Author(s)

Lian Xia ¹, Jingyi Zhang ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Jilin International Studies University, Changchun City, Jilin Province, 130000, China

Corresponding Author

Lian Xia

ABSTRACT

In the context of globalization, cultural differences have become increasingly prominent, making the cultivation of intercultural communicative competence (ICC) in second language acquisition (SLA) more critical than ever. This study synthesizes literature from the past decade, both domestically and internationally, on the development of SLA and ICC within the framework of globalization. By focusing on the current state of English language education in China, we examine SLA practices and the cultivation of ICC from the perspective of cultural differences. The analysis is conducted at three levels: curriculum goal setting, instructional content and methodologies, and technological integration. The study aims to provide both a theoretical foundation and practical guidance for second language learners seeking to enhance their intercultural communicative competence.

KEYWORDS

Intercultural Communicative Competence, Second Language Acquisition, Cultural Differences

CITE THIS PAPER

Lian Xia, Jingyi Zhang, A Review of Practices and Challenges in Second Language Acquisition and Intercultural Communication from the Perspective of Cultural Differences. Curriculum and Teaching Methodology (2025) Vol. 8: 74-80. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/curtm.2025.080210.

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