Packed with current research and examples, bestselling COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CULTURES, 9E equips readers with a deep understanding and appreciation of different cultures while helping them develop practical communication skills. Part I introduces the study of communication and culture; Part II focuses on the ability of culture to shape and modify our view of reality; Part III puts the theory of intercultural communication into practice; and Part IV converts knowledge into action. This is the only text to consistently emphasize religion and history as key variables in intercultural communication. Compelling examples help readers examine their own assumptions, perceptions, and cultural biases--so they can understand the subtle and profound ways culture affects communication. The ninth edition offers expanded discussions of the impact of globalization, a new chapter on intercultural communication competence, and more coverage of new technology. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
This thought-provoking text presents a new framework for understanding the impact of culture on communication and for helping students build intercultural communication competence.
Communication Across Cultures remains an excellent resource for students of linguistics and related disciplines, including anthropology, sociology and education.
Organized around basic questions related to intercultural interaction, this text explores how culture and communication are intimately related.
Communication Between Cultures
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The present work focuses on this model. A German who is constantly punctual, a Mexican who always interrupts one, or a Japanese who doesn't keep eye contact during the conversation. All these are examples of cultural behavior.
Communication Between Cultures. 6th Ed
Through both emic and etic approaches, this groundbreaking volume explores how members of a culture understand their own communication, and compares the similarities and differences of specific aspects of communication across cultures.
Negotiating Across Cultures: Communication Obstacles in International Diplomacy
By integrating ′glocal′ perspectives in intercultural communication, the book addresses the long-term strategy of developing a global community without sacrificing indigenous local values.