“CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE TEACHING IN ENGLISH LANGUANGE INSTRUCTION”

Abstract

This  article explores the integration of  culture-responsive teaching in  English  learning  within  the  context  of  the  new  paradigm  in  education.  As  education  systems  become  increasingly  diverse  and  multicultural,  there  is  a  growing  recognition  of  the  importance  of  incorporating  students'  cultural  backgrounds  and  experiences into the  learning  process.  The  new  paradigm  in education  emphasizes  a  student-centered  approach,  where  the  focus  is  on  promoting  inclusivity,  equity,  and  cultural  competence  in  the  classroom.  Through a qualitative research design, this study examines the implementation  of  culture-responsive teaching in  English  language classrooms  in  a  secondary  school  setting.  Data  were  collected  through  classroom  observations  and

interviews  with  teachers.  The  research  aimed  to  understand  how  culture- responsive teaching practices are incorporated into English language instruction  and the  impact on student engagement and  language proficiency. The findings  indicate that  the integration of  culture-responsive teaching  in  English learning  enhances student  motivation  and  fosters  a  positive  learning  environment.  By  incorporating  culturally  relevant  content  and  instructional  strategies,  teachers  can  create  meaningful connections  between  students'  cultural backgrounds and  the  language they  are learning. This approach promotes a deeper understanding of language concepts and fosters a sense of belonging among students from diverse cultural backgrounds.