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Journal IJOLEH : International Journal of Education and HumanitiesIJOLEH : International Journal of Education and Humanities Abstract

In English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, intercultural studies often focus on international or classroom-based contexts; limited attention has been given to how intercultural development occurs within the family environment. Addressing this gap, the present study investigates how mindfulness, humility, and reflexivity shape intercultural growth in family-based EFL interaction in Indonesia. Using an ethnographic approach, research analyses naturally occurring conversations among four EFL students and their family members during home-based learning. The findings reveal three developmental orientations: attitude-based growth (Manda and Ansar), knowledge-based growth (Edwin), and skill-based growth (Fahmi), forming a continuum of intercultural development and transformation. The study proposes that family communication functions as an “at-home intercultural laboratory, where emotional intimacy, moral dialogue, and reflection foster ethical and relational understanding. These insights extend the intercultural communicative competence model and introduce the triadic framework of mindfulness, humility, and reflexivity.

Conclusion

This research examined the influence of mindfulness, humility, and reflexivity on intercultural development in family-based English as a Foreign Language interactions in Indonesia.The study demonstrated that intercultural development naturally occurs through everyday negotiation, empathy, and reflection within families.The findings revealed three developmental orientations, highlighting a continuum of intercultural competence characterized by the interconnectedness of awareness, understanding, and transformation.Ultimately, the study positions the family as a crucial environment for fostering intercultural growth, emphasizing the importance of emotional intimacy and ethical understanding.

Future Research

Further research should explore how cultural values within Indonesian families specifically shape the development of intercultural competence, moving beyond general frameworks to understand nuanced local dynamics. Investigating the role of digital communication technologies in mediating intercultural interactions within families during and after the pandemic could reveal evolving patterns of learning and adaptation. Additionally, studies could examine the effectiveness of incorporating family-based intercultural learning activities into EFL curricula, assessing the impact on students attitudes, knowledge, and skills, and fostering a more holistic approach to intercultural education that recognizes the home as a vital learning environment. These investigations, building upon the current studys findings, will contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of intercultural development and inform more effective pedagogical practices.

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