Bringing the world into the classroom with Marcio Souza | Grow podcast | Cambridge

English teacher Marcio, also a doctoral student, shares his teaching philosophy. He stresses preparing students for the real world by integrating culture, diverse perspectives, and research skills. His doctoral research on “pluralingual intercultural competence” advocates for English as a Lingua Franca, embracing global Englishes and cultures beyond traditional American/British focus. He balances formal and informal language instruction and boosts student confidence. Marcio advises teachers to accept they don’t know everything and to approach students with empathy, recognizing their diverse realities. He finds joy in student success, like one who gained confidence to apply to a UK university.