Byram aims to define precisely what competencies are required in foreign and second language learning, how these can be included in teachers' objectives and methods, and how the ability to communicate across cultural difference can be assessed.
Byram aims to define precisely what competencies are required in foreign and second language learning, how these can be included in teachers' objectives and methods, and how the ability to communicate across cultural difference can be assessed.
It is commonly believed that foreign language skills improve through social interaction with speakers of the language. However, there is little research addressing the issue of access to such interaction. This book explores this issue, examining longitudinal case studies of inte…
It is commonly believed that foreign language skills improve through social interaction with speakers of the language. However, there is little research addressing the issue of access to such interaction. This book explores this issue, examining longitudinal case studies of inte…
Building Cultural Competence presents the latest work in the intercultural field and provides step-by-step instructions for how to effectively work with the new models, frameworks, and exercises for building learners{u2019} cultural competence. Featuring fresh activities and too…