Using interactive open textbook materials to tackle issues of intercultural communication in multi-cultural contexts

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Chang, Heejin and Windeatt, Scott. 2024. "Using interactive open textbook materials to tackle issues of intercultural communication in multi-cultural contexts." Wang, Y. and Cárdenas, M. (ed.) XXIInd International CALL Research Conference. Tokyo, Japan 13 - 15 Sep 2024 Japan. pp. 23-30
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Using interactive open textbook materials to tackle issues of intercultural communication in multi-cultural contexts

Presentation TypePaper
AuthorsChang, Heejin and Windeatt, Scott
EditorsWang, Y. and Cárdenas, M.
Journal or Proceedings TitleProceedings of the International CALL Research Conference
Journal Citation2024, pp. 23-29
Page Range23-30
Number of Pages7
Year2024
Place of PublicationJapan
Web Address (URL) of Paperhttps://www.castledown.com/proceedings/call-research/article/view/9780648184485-04
Web Address (URL) of Conference Proceedingshttps://www.castledown.com/proceedings/call-research/issue/view/call2024
Conference/EventXXIInd International CALL Research Conference
Event Details
XXIInd International CALL Research Conference
Delivery
In person
Event Date
13 to end of 15 Sep 2024
Event Location
Tokyo, Japan
Event Venue
Waseda University
Event Web Address (URL)
Abstract

Language and culture, while closely related and best acquired together (Brooks, 1968), are often presented in textbooks in an oversimplified form, focusing on a few salient principles (Stockwell, 2018). However, in multicultural contexts, for migrants and refugees in particular to develop the language and cultural understanding they need, a more sophisticated approach is required. The focus of this study is a set of reusable resources in the form of an online open book for use in English for Academic Purpose (EAP) programmes. A collaborative approach is adopted through the use of authentic, interactive resources by using available technology to encourage active participation and the co-creation of materials. The wider use of Open Educational Resources (OERs) is indicative of the shift from traditional learning resources to more user-generated content fostering deeper individual engagement and personalized learning. By leveraging technological tools, this approach not only enhances accessibility and adaptability but also reflects the broader trend in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) towards more interactive and student-centred learning environments. The materials are evaluated using a three-stage approach: 1) critical comments from experts working through the materials. Appropriate improvements are then carried out and 2) group feedback is obtained from small groups of users representative of the target audience. Any necessary further changes are made and 3) larger scale use and evaluation of the materials is carried out. This systematic evaluation ensures that the resources are continuously refined to meet the evolving needs of learners, thereby supporting the ongoing transition in CALL towards more open, flexible, and collaborative educational practices.

KeywordsOpen Educational Resources (OERs); intercultural communication; English for Academic Purposes(EAP)
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ANZSRC Field of Research 2020470306. English as a second language
470212. Multicultural, intercultural and cross-cultural studies
Byline AffiliationsUniversity of Southern Queensland
Newcastle University, United Kingdom
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