Description:

Examines the effect of culture on the communication process. Students learn about the influence of culture on communication styles, language, and non-verbal communication. Students practice skills that contribute to intercultural competence.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Explain how environmental factors affect and make cultures different.
• Explain how cultural variables influence intercultural competency in communication
• Explain why appropriateness and effectiveness are critical in constructing messages in intercultural contexts.
• Explain how individualism and collectivism affect the communication in intercultural communication contexts
• Apply various models of cultural values to intercultural interactions.
• Define ethnocentrism and social comparison. Demonstrate your competence in applying the concepts across cultures.
• Identify and analyze one’s own cultural identity.