Introducing Language and Intercultural Communication is a lively and accessible introduction for undergraduates who are new to the area of intercultural communication. Incorporating real-life examples from around the world and drawing on current research, this text argues against cultural stereotyping and instead provides students with a skill-building framework to enhance understanding of the complexities of language and intercultural communication in diverse international settings. Readers will learn to understand and become aware of power relations, positioning and the impact of social and political forces on language choice and the intercultural communication process. This is the essential text for undergraduate students studying courses in intercultural communication for the first time. Features include: clear learning objectives to structure your study end of chapter discussion questions to test your knowledge highlighted glossary terms to provide a strong understanding of the relevant vocabulary an array of photos including signs which make use of non-verbal codes and many examples that illustrate such issues as intercultural misunderstandings and the effects of culture shock substantial online resources for students including learning objectives, suggested readings, links to media resources and real-world intercultural scenarios and activities. Additional in-depth instructor resources feature test materials, powerpoints, key terms, extended chapter outlines and sample assignments and syllabi.
Combining perspectives from discourse analysis and sociolinguistics, the second edition of this popular textbook provides students with an up-to-date overview of the field of intercultural communication.
essential for successful intercultural communication. ... of the diversity in the landscape of English, would lead to openness and willingness to negotiate diversity during intercultural communication (Sadeghpour and Sharifian 2017).
Titles in the series are also ideal for language professionals returning to academic study. The books take an innovative 'practice to theory' approach, with a 'back-to-front' structure.
This book will not merely guide you to success in your studies, but will teach you to become a more critical consumer of information and understand the influence of your own culture on how you view yourself and others.
With twenty two readings by eminent authorities in the field as well as cutting-edge materials representing current developments, the book explores the breadth and depth of the subject as well as providing an essential overview for both ...
This book was originally published as a special issue of Language and Intercultural Communication.
Throughout the text, Jandt reinforces the important roles that our own stories, personal experiences, and self-reflection play in building our intercultural understanding and competence. Give your students the SAGE edge!
17) within specific contexts of use; since it is impossible to learn all cultural practices, pedagogical tasks should help ... speaker' who can mediate between different cultures 48 Part I Theoretical and Methodological Foundations.
Komisarof, A. and Zhu, H. (2016) 'Introduction', in A. Komisarof and Z. Hua (eds) Crossing Boundaries and Weaving Intercultural Work, Life and Scholarship in Globalizing Universities, London and New York: Routledge, pp. 1–20.
This work will enhance the collections of libraries that support communication and business programs in particular.