OPPORTUNITIES FOR USING ELECTRONIC RESOURCES FOR INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Keywords:
intercultural communication, electronic resources, high school education, digital learning tools, online platforms, cultural awareness, language and culture integration, global competenceAbstract
This article examines the potential of utilizing electronic resources to foster intercultural communication skills among high school students. In today’s globalized world, access to online platforms such as cultural exchange websites, interactive language learning applications, virtual tours, international discussion forums, and multimedia content provides learners with authentic exposure to foreign cultures. These tools not only improve students’ linguistic competence but also enhance their cultural awareness, tolerance, and global thinking. The paper discusses the pedagogical value of these resources, methods for integrating them into the classroom, and practical strategies to increase student engagement and intercultural competence.
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