INTEGRATING LANGUAGE EDUCATION AND SOCIAL STUDIES FOR ETHICAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT IN A GLOBALIZED WORLD

Abstract

In today’s rapidly globalizing world, education systems are challenged to produce leaders who embody ethics, excellence, and accountability. This paper explores the intersection of language education and social studies as complementary disciplines for fostering ethical leadership and strengthening global best practices in education, management sciences, and professional life. From the linguistic perspective, language serves as a vital tool for cultivating intercultural communication, persuasive discourse, and empathy skills essential for ethical and accountable leadership. From the social studies perspective, civic responsibility, social accountability, and ethical reasoning form the foundation for responsible citizenship and professional conduct. Drawing on multidisciplinary theories and international examples, the paper argues that integrating these disciplines offers an innovative framework for character formation, professional excellence, and global impact. It concludes with practical recommendations for curriculum development, teacher training, and leadership education to promote ethics and accountability in the 21st-century professional landscape.