语言教学的文化转向

语言是文化的载体,在语言教学中,对于文化的了解是必不可少的。由于东西方文化在物质、习俗和精神三个层面上都存在着巨大的差异,学习语言的时候我们就要考虑这些差异,避免交际中出现不必要的误会。实现语言教学的文化转向主要手段在于选择合适的教学、阅读和视听材料,这样,学生才能在真实的文化背景材料中,体会语言背后的文化内涵。

The Cultural Transformation of Language Teaching

Language is the carrier of culture. In language teaching, some knowledge of culture is indispensable. There are wide differences in material culture, custom culture and spirit culture. We should take into consideration these differences so that misunderstanding is avoided. In order to realize the transformation, we should choose right teaching, reading and video materials. Then students can understand the cultural meaning behind the language signs.