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This paper suggests that media sources should be integrated into ESL curriculum in order to avoid prejudices and to have a better understanding of new culture. Based on related literature a 14-week-study was designed at Kocaeli University, ELT department. The course aimed at
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This paper suggests that media sources should be integrated into ESL curriculum in order to avoid prejudices and to have a better understanding of new culture. Based on related literature a 14-week-study was designed at Kocaeli University, ELT department. The course aimed at
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