THE ROLE OF INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL
Keywords:
intercultural communication, speaking skill, language learning, cultural awareness, communicative competence.Abstract
This article explores the significance of intercultural communication in enhancing students’ speaking skills in foreign language learning. With globalization and cross-cultural interaction becoming integral to modern education, students must not only master linguistic competence but also acquire intercultural communicative competence. The study emphasizes how exposure to intercultural contexts improves learners’ fluency, accuracy, and pragmatic awareness in speaking. Moreover, the paper discusses effective classroom strategies such as cultural simulations, role-playing, and cross-cultural projects that foster students’ ability to communicate confidently and appropriately in diverse cultural settings.
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