IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite

Teachers’ Practices in Promoting Cross Cultural Values through English Language Teaching

Ray Suryadi (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka, Kolaka, Sulawesi Tenggara)
Syarifuddin Dollah (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Makassar, Sulawesi Selatan)
Samtidar (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Makassar, Sulawesi Selatan)
Alifiah Pratiwi (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka, Kolaka, Sulawesi Tenggara)
Sultan (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka, Kolaka, Sulawesi Tenggara)
La Ode Idrus Hamid Basri (Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Sembilanbelas November Kolaka, Kolaka, Sulawesi Tenggara)
Syamsinar (STIE Tri Dharma Nusantara, Makassar, Sulawesi Selatan)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study investigates how English teachers promote cross cultural values by examining the strategies they use, their understanding of cross-cultural concepts, and the challenges they encounter. Using a qualitative descriptive design, data were gathered through interviews and classroom observations. The findings show that teachers integrate cross cultural values mainly through comparative discussions, the use of authentic cultural materials, and reflective tasks that guide students to recognize cultural similarities and differences. Although teachers acknowledge the importance of cross-cultural awareness, their conceptual understanding is still limited and varies based on professional experience and training. The study also identifies several challenges, including the lack of culturally rich resources, limited institutional support, and concerns about addressing culturally sensitive issues in the classroom. Overall, the results highlight that teachers contribute meaningfully to cross cultural learning but require stronger pedagogical support and more structured guidance to integrate these values effectively in English language teaching.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ideas

Publisher

Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

IDEAS Journal is published twice a year in the months of June and December (P-ISSN 2338-4778 and E-ISSN 2548-4192); it presents articles on English language teaching and learning, linguistics, and literature. The contents include analyses, studies and application of theories, research report, ...