Author(s)

Yanqing Fang ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ School of the English Language and Culture, Xiamen University Tan Kah Kee College, Xiamen, Fujian, China

Corresponding Author

Yanqing Fang

ABSTRACT

The cross-cultural pedagogies and global education programs are vital for promoting intercultural understanding and global awareness among students. By incorporating diverse cultural perspectives into curricula and encouraging collaborative projects in international contexts, these educational strategies provide students with the essential skills needed to excel in multicultural communication. As global interconnectedness increases, the capacity to appreciate and engage with diverse worldviews becomes crucial for fostering empathy, respect, and effective cross-cultural communication. Through deliberate design and application of cross-cultural pedagogies, educators can significantly contribute to bridging cultural divides, cultivating global citizens prepared to positively impact an inclusive and interconnected world. Such initiatives not only enrich individual learning experiences but also support the development of a more harmonious and understanding global society.

KEYWORDS

Cross-Cultural Pedagogies, International Educational Programs, Intercultural Understanding

CITE THIS PAPER

Yanqing Fang, Cross-Cultural Pedagogies: Advancing Intercultural Understanding through International Educational Programs. Transactions on Comparative Education (2025) Vol. 7: 18-29. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/trance.2025.070103.

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