Integrating Education for International Understanding in German Language Teaching: Fostering Intercultural Competence and Global Perspectives
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: With the continued advancement of globalization, Education for international understanding (EIU) has become a central concept in educational systems worldwide. Its primary objective is to foster mutual understanding and respect among diverse cultures, promoting students’ intercultural communication skills and global citizenship awareness through education. In this context, German language teaching serves not only as a tool for developing language proficiency but also as a bridge for cultural exchange. This paper examines the process of integrating EIU into German language teaching, analyzing its key components and principles, and proposes teaching strategies tailored to the specific practices of German language education in China. By integrating language teaching with cultural education, educators can enhance students’ linguistic abilities while cultivating their intercultural sensitivity, thereby fostering global perspectives and social responsibility. This paper also addresses the challenges involved in implementing EIU in German language teaching and offers practical solutions. In conclusion, it underscores the significance of EIU in German language education, urging educators to actively promote this concept in the context of globalization to better nurture future professionals with a global outlook, intercultural competence, and a sense of social responsibility.
Author: Zou, Lu
Institution: Beijing International Studies University
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6930839453
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