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The aim is to evaluate high school students' interest in intercultural awareness and cultural topics in English language learning.

April 1, 2026Open Access

Gauging High School Students Predisposition towards Developing Intercultural Awareness

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This research examines cultural interests among high school learners, suggesting a need for better cultural education materials.

The aim is to evaluate high school students' interest in intercultural awareness and cultural topics in English language learning.
Conducted a questionnaire survey among Japanese high school learners
Focused on comparing interests in overt versus covert cultural topics
Analyzed responses related to cultural materials in English textbooks
Students displayed a greater interest in covert culture topics like values and attitudes compared to overt culture
Findings indicate a disconnect between students' interests and available textbook content
Suggested that learners may not be aware of their interest in cultural topics

Mokuren Yokozeki (2023) studied this question.

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