Research on Strategies for Cultivating Cross-Cultural Communication Awareness in College English Teaching

Abstract

With the acceleration of globalization, the importance of cross-cultural communication in college English teaching has become increasingly prominent. Traditional language teaching mainly focuses on grammar and vocabulary acquisition while neglecting the cultivation of cross-cultural communication competence. This paper explores effective ways to foster students’ cross-cultural communication awareness in college English teaching, analyzes the theoretical foundations of cross-cultural communication, and proposes corresponding teaching strategies. It elaborates on key concepts of cross-cultural communication, such as cultural differences, cultural adaptation, and cultural conflicts, and discusses the essential components of cross-cultural communication competence, including cultural sensitivity, cultural perception, and communication skills. Based on an analysis of current teaching models, the paper further examines how diversified teaching content, interactive teaching strategies, and the enhancement of teachers’ cross-cultural literacy can promote the development of students’ cross-cultural communication awareness. Finally, it outlines the future direction of cultivating cross-cultural communication awareness, emphasizing the significance of technology-driven approaches and critical thinking.