Navigating the complexities of teaching foreign languages in inclusive education
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11420637Keywords:
Inclusive education, foreign languages, diverse learning needs, instructional materials, cultural diversity, collaboration, assessment, benefits, pedagogies, equityAbstract
In this article, we explore the challenges of teaching foreign languages inclusively, including diverse learning needs, resource adaptation, cultural diversity, collaboration, assessment, and benefits, advocating for inclusive pedagogies in language education.
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