The Role of Multimodal Pedagogy in Developing 5th Grade Students’ Attitudes of Tolerance Towards Diversity in the English Language Classroom

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This study focuses on the development of tolerance towards diversity. It is a pertinent study considering the historical moment that Colombia is going through at the moment concerning the Peace Process. The research question that guided this study was: What is the role of multimodal pedagogy in developing 5th grade students’ attitudes of tolerance towards diversity in the English language classroom? To answer this, a qualitative case study was applied and data techniques such as a questionnaire, direct observations, audio/video recordings, a teacher’s journal, students’ artifacts and focus groups were considered. In the findings, it can be observed that multimodal tasks helped students to become more tolerant in certain situations. The conclusions of this study may be useful for teachers of all educational levels.