Language & Intercultural Communication
Editor: Dr John Corbett (University of Glasgow)
Associate Editor: Robert Crawshaw (Lancaster University)
Reviews and Criticism Editor: Dr Fiona J. Doloughan (University of Surrey)
Editorial Board: Gavin Jack (University of Stirling)
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Volume: 5 Number: 3&4 Page: 209–221
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Exploring Intercultural Awareness in the Primary Modern Language Classroom:The Potential of the New Model of European Language Portfolio Developed by the Irish Modern Languages in Primary Schools Initiative (MLPSI)
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Frédérique Rantz
Modern Languages in Primary Schools Initiative, Kildare Education Centre, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare, Ireland
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This paper reflects a key concern for teacher trainers: how can primary language teachers promote the development of intercultural awareness among their pupils? It addresses the concept of intercultural awareness as it applies to young learners and refers more specifically to the context of the Irish primary classroom and its curriculum. It argues that the European Language Portfolio (ELP) provides a valuable framework to develop and describe young learners' experiences, awareness and attitudes in this area and outlines the role of the MLPSI ELP model as a valuable potential instrument for both teacher training and teaching practice in this area.
Keywords: intercultural awareness, modern languages, primary curriculum, teacher education, young learners
© 2005 F. Rantz & P. Horan
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