Cultural awareness EFL teaching intercultural communication communicative competence language acquisition cultural integration global education

THE ROLE OF CULTURAL AWARENESS IN TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE

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1 мая 2026

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G’oziyeva Ezozxon

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Volume: 92
Issue: 2
Pages: 267-271
Journal: ОБРАЗОВАНИЕ НАУКА И ИННОВАЦИОННЫЕ ИДЕИ В МИРЕ

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Abstract

This paper discusses the significant role of cultural awareness in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL). It explains how cultural knowledge enhances language learning, improves communicative competence, and helps learners interact effectively in real-life situations. The article also examines methods of integrating cultural content into EFL classrooms and addresses challenges faced by teachers in multicultural education environments.

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Cultural awareness EFL teaching intercultural communication communicative competence language acquisition cultural integration global education

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