Publication Date
3-1-2016
Abstract
We are delighted to present this collection of manuscripts that focus on various aspects of Intercultural Competence in this Special Issue of Dimensions 2016. Our hope for this Special Issue is not only to bring attention to the innovative programmatic changes and best teaching practices presented in the following chapters, but also to stimulate discussion in the field on the convergence of the diverse terminology used for a common end goal of fostering learners’ intercultural competence. The development of language learners’ intercultural competence—or more completely stated, intercultural communicative competence—engages them in a most profound educational experience, one that will serve them well throughout life. This competence enables learners not only to understand other peoples, but also to understand themselves better, and to be able to compare and contrast cultures in ways not otherwise possible. Most of all, it enables them to develop successful relationships with other people, both within and across cultures. This, we consider to be at the heart of our work.
Recommended Citation
Fantini, Alvino E. and Garrett-Rucks, Paula
(2016)
"Introduction: Expanding our Educational Goals: Exploring Intercultural Competence,"
Dimensions: Vol. 51, Article 1.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.kennesaw.edu/dimensions/vol51/iss1/1