It is generally agreed that learning language means learning culture since language is a part
of culture. In English Language Teaching (ELT) context, the process of teaching and learning
will basically involve two cultures: L1 culture referring to the learner’s culture (local culture)
and L2 culture to the target culture. From this perspective, ELT materials can roughly be
divided into two kinds: the ones orientated to local culture and the ones to Anglo or American
culture. In order to make ELT materials more balanced, an English teacher may juxtapose or
combine the L1 and L2 cultures in his/ her materials. One of the benefits is the learners will
get broader cultural perspectives so that they will be more prepared to be a global citizen. This
paper aims to propose practical teaching ideas in which an English teacher may include L1 and
L2 cultures in his/her teaching materials
