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Introducing language and intercultural communication / Jane Jackson.

By: Material type: TextPublisher: London ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2019Edition: Second editionDescription: xx, 402 pagesContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781138481619
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 306.44 JAC 23
LOC classification:
  • P94.6 .J33 2019
Contents:
List of plates List of figures List of tables Preface Acknowledgments 1 Why study language and intercultural communication? 2. Culture and the primary socialization process 3. Language, communication, culture, and power in context 4. Language and nonverbal communication 5. Language and identity in intercultural communication 6. Ethnocentricism and Othering: Barriers to intercultural communication 7. Intercultural transitions: From language and culture confusion to adaptation 8. Language and intercultural relationships 9. Language and intercultural conflict 10. Language and intercultural communication in the global workplace 11. Language, interculturality, and global citizenship References Glossary Index
Summary: "Introducing Language and Intercultural Communication is a lively and accessible introduction for undergraduates who are new to the study of intercultural communication, with a particular emphasis on the language dimension. 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 become more attuned to power relations and the ways in which sociopolitical forces can influence language choice/attitudes and the intercultural communication process. Features new to this edition include: revised in-text discussion questions, exercises and examples that aim to engage students and provide a more interactive experience; new material that takes account of key social, cultural and political events such as the refugee crisis, Brexit and the rise of populism in many parts of the world; updated theoretical constructs that reflect recent trends in the area such as criticality in intercultural communication; an updated companion website featuring suggested readings, links to media resources and real-world intercultural scenarios for students, as well as additional in-depth instructor resources featuring test materials, PowerPoints, key terms, extended chapter outlines and sample assignments and syllabi. refreshed references and glossary to enhance understanding of key terms and concepts. This is the essential text for undergraduate students who are new to the field of intercultural communication"-- Provided by publisher.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

List of plates


List of figures


List of tables


Preface


Acknowledgments





1 Why study language and intercultural communication?


2. Culture and the primary socialization process


3. Language, communication, culture, and power in context


4. Language and nonverbal communication


5. Language and identity in intercultural communication


6. Ethnocentricism and Othering: Barriers to intercultural communication


7. Intercultural transitions: From language and culture confusion to adaptation


8. Language and intercultural relationships


9. Language and intercultural conflict


10. Language and intercultural communication in the global workplace


11. Language, interculturality, and global citizenship


References


Glossary


Index

"Introducing Language and Intercultural Communication is a lively and accessible introduction for undergraduates who are new to the study of intercultural communication, with a particular emphasis on the language dimension. 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 become more attuned to power relations and the ways in which sociopolitical forces can influence language choice/attitudes and the intercultural communication process. Features new to this edition include: revised in-text discussion questions, exercises and examples that aim to engage students and provide a more interactive experience; new material that takes account of key social, cultural and political events such as the refugee crisis, Brexit and the rise of populism in many parts of the world; updated theoretical constructs that reflect recent trends in the area such as criticality in intercultural communication; an updated companion website featuring suggested readings, links to media resources and real-world intercultural scenarios for students, as well as additional in-depth instructor resources featuring test materials, PowerPoints, key terms, extended chapter outlines and sample assignments and syllabi. refreshed references and glossary to enhance understanding of key terms and concepts. This is the essential text for undergraduate students who are new to the field of intercultural communication"-- Provided by publisher.

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