This article focuses on the methods of teaching intercultural communication in Persian. Intercultural communication plays a significant role in modern language education, as it prepares learners not only to speak a language but also to appreciate and understand its rich cultural context. This paper analyzes effective methods for developing intercultural competence, employing authentic materials, multimedia resources, and role-play scenarios that enable learners to communicate appropriately and successfully in real-world situations. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the necessity of integrating cultural knowledge alongside linguistic skills to foster greater understanding, cooperation, and interpersonal relationships across linguistic borders. The comparative approach, which involves exploring similarities and differences between the Persian culture and the learner’s own culture, helps to reduce misconceptions and prevents cultural shock. This holistic method prepares students to become culturally sensitive and adaptable individuals who can contribute positively to growing interpersonal exchanges in an increasingly interconnected world. In this way, the paper aims to provide educators with valuable strategies to enable their students to navigate interpersonal communication with confidence and competence in both linguistic and cultural dimensions.

Persian, intercultural communication, teaching methods

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