This paper describes Chilean learners’ perceptions of their participation in an international virtual exchange project, which was carried out through the IVEProject platform (Hagley, E. 2023, https://iveproject.org/). The Chilean project was set up to innovate the English language learning environment of pre-service Teaching and Translation programmes, at Universidad de Concepción, with the aim of developing learners’ intercultural awareness and placing their learning experience in an international context in view of acquiring global citizenship. 140 students interacted asynchronously, in an eight-week project, which encompassed discussions over question-reply posts on different topics. Qualitative data was collected through questionnaires and video recordings. Results show a positive impact on motivation, and learning outcomes, particularly regarding intercultural knowledge and vocabulary.

Authors:
Emerita Bañados, Universidad de Concepción, Chile
Angie Quintanilla, Universidad de Concepción, Chile
René Oportus, Universidad de Concepción, Chile

About the Presenter(s)
Emerita Bañados-Santana is an Associate professor/Lecturer at Universidad de Concepción in Chile.
Angie Quintanilla and René Oportus are both Assistant professors/Lecturers at Universidad de Concepción, Chile.

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