Developing L2 Intercultural Competence in an Online Context through Didactic Audiovisual Translation

Abstract

Developing intercultural competence is one of the most important aspects when mastering a second language (L2, henceforth). This can be achieved through different approaches, but this paper focuses on the possibility of acquiring this skill online through the use of Didactic Audiovisual Translation (DAT). Here, we present the findings of the TRADILEX Project, which has produced data that support the ability of DAT to encourage motivation in learners while they develop integrated L2 skills in general and intercultural competence in particular through a combination of intrinsic and explicit cultural components presented in different lesson plans.

Keywords

• intercultural competence
• online learning
• Didactic Audiovisual Translation
• digital contexts