TEACHING MARITIME ENGLISH IN A MULTICULTURAL CREW CONTEXT: ENHANCING COMMUNICATION AND CULTURAL COMPETENCE

Authors

  • Evangelia Giovanoglou Visiting Professor of English Language, Merchant Marine Academy of Crete, Greece

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46827/ejae.v10i2.6058

Keywords:

English outside of class, working-studying students, listening skills, speaking skills, self-study

Abstract

The globalization of the maritime industry has led to increasingly multicultural crews aboard merchant vessels. Effective communication, primarily conducted in English, is crucial for operational safety and efficiency. This paper explores the pedagogical approaches to teaching Maritime English within the context of multicultural crews. It emphasizes the integration of intercultural competence into language instruction, addressing challenges such as language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and the need for standardized communication protocols. The study reviews existing literature, highlights best practices, and proposes strategies for Maritime English educators to enhance both linguistic proficiency and cultural awareness among cadets.

Author Biography

  • Evangelia Giovanoglou, Visiting Professor of English Language, Merchant Marine Academy of Crete, Greece

    Evangelia Giovanoglou is an English Language teacher. She received a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece and a Master's degree from the Hellenic Open University, Greece. She has been active in teaching English as a foreign language in the private sector since 2007. Her current field placement is with the Merchant Marine Academy of Crete, Greece as a visiting professor for the subject of Maritime English. She is interested in intercultural classes and teaching English for Specific Purposes.

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Published

2025-06-06

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)

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