In this volume, educators from various European countries explore the evolving landscape of foreign-language (FL) teaching and how instructors can effectively meet learners' needs in a dynamic world. The collection opens with discussions on the essential qualities of FL teachers, highlighting student expectations as reported by Marek Krawiec and Agnieszka Miklasz. Gabriel Sánchez-Sánchez describes the teacher as a "prototype educator," while Teresa Siek-Piskozub emphasizes the importance of facilitating inter-cultural communication (ICC) in an interconnected world. Several contributors address the changing learning environments, with Astrid Ebenberger advocating for inclusive FL classrooms in Austria and Grazyna Strzelecka discussing the development of Logistics students’ German skills in workplace settings. Marlena Bielak illustrates how English Philology students can produce practical projects based on international work placements, enhancing their language and ICC skills. Dinçay Köksal and Ömer Gökhan Ulum critique English FL textbooks for their limited representation of non-native speakers, while Renata Suszczynska reviews a German-FL textbook tailored for Logistics students. Additional articles offer innovative ideas for traditional classrooms, such as creative writing exercises and student-driven content selection. This diverse compilation provides valuable insights for FL educators, fostering optimism and practical
