... and refine their critical thinking skills. The research highlights the role of collaborative learning, thematic investigations and mentorship in fostering intercultural appreciation. Design/methodology/approach The study employs a qualitative approach, analyzing the experiences of four study groups...

... (Sun et al., 2020). Collaborative learning COVID-19 Critical digital pedagogy EFL Learners' agency Pedagogy of the Oppressed Social injustices Although critical pedagogy (CP) is a familiar and widely known concept, the idea of critical digital pedagogy (CDP) is relatively...