The aim of this course is to enable students to gain an understanding of communication practices in professional contexts where English is used as an international language. Key topics will include: the dynamics of intergroup communication; communication and identity; cross-cultural communication with reference to Chinese speakers of English; case studies of communication difficulties and breakdown. The course will help students to understand theories of intercultural communication from a range of academic perspectives (including linguistics, management studies and sociology) and apply these theories to ‘real life’ instances of communication problems. In addition, students will also gain am understanding of the cultural practices of various groups of language users from various English-speaking countries.
This book helps readers connect intercultural competence to their own life experiences. It consists of 14 chapters divided into 5 parts. Part One explores the concept of culture as context for communication. Part Two presents communication variables, mainly focusing on the barriers to intercultural communication. Part Three discusses cultural values, including cultural patterns and cultural contact. Part Four covers cultures within cultures, including immigration, identity and subgroups. Part Five deals with applications. This ninth edition includes an updated map program that provides students with additional context for discussion of cultures and regions across the globe.
This book provides ideas and information that help achieve competence in intercultural communication. The text provides a discussion of important ethical and social issues relating to intercultural communication. Part One introduces the notion of communication, culture and competence, the five imperatives for attaining intercultural competence, different forms of communication, United States as an intercultural community, etc. Part Two is devoted to an analysis of the fundamental ways that cultures vary. Part Three focuses on verbal and nonverbal messages, which are central to the communication process. Part Four emphasizes the associations that form among people as a result of their shared communication experiences.
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