NURTURING CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING: THE ROLE OF CLIL METHODS IN MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION
Keywords:
Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), multicultural education, cultural understanding, inclusivity, stereotypes, global citizenship, cross-cultural relationships, diversity appreciation, empathy, educational inclusivenessAbstract
This thesis explores the unique capacity of CLIL to nurture cultural understanding among students, creating a generation capable of bridging cultural gaps and fostering global harmony. This thesis explores the role of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) methods in multicultural education, focusing on how CLIL fosters cultural understanding, encourages inclusivity, prevents stereotypes, and establishes a foundation for global citizenship. It delves into the interactive and culturally sensitive nature of CLIL classrooms, emphasizing their contribution to nurturing empathetic and culturally literate individuals.
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