Integrating Culture and Technology in the English Language Learning Process

Resumen

This article titled "Integrating Culture and Technology in the English Language Learning Process" aims to explore how integrating local culture and technology can enhance the English learning process for ninth-grade students in a rural Colombian school. Using a qualitative action-research approach, strategies combining regional cultural elements and technological tools, such as Canva, were implemented to boost students’ motivation and performance in English classes. Data collection methods included structured interviews, classroom observations, and the analysis of artifacts such as brochures created by the students. The findings showed that students established a stronger connection with the content by linking their culture to language learning, resulting in improved comprehension and engagement. The study concludes that incorporating culture and technology in the classroom can create a more meaningful and motivating learning environment, though longer-term interventions are necessary to assess its long-term impact.