EMPOWERING MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION: NAVIGATING CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE

This article explores the significance of cultural diversity in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) and its impact on multilingual education. With the increasing globalization of education, the role of language teachers has evolved to include not only linguistic competence but also intercultural awareness. This paper delves into the challenges and benefits of incorporating cultural diversity into TEFL, emphasizing its role in empowering students for effective communication in a multicultural world.