An introduction to intercultural communication : identities in a global community
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An introduction to intercultural communication : identities in a global community
SAGE, c2020
10th ed., International student ed
- : pbk
Available at 5 libraries
Note
Previous ed.: 2018
Includes bibliographical references (p. 451-483) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
The Tenth Edition of An Introduction to Intercultural Communication prepares today's readers to successfully navigate our increasingly global community. Fred E. Jandt introduces essential communication skills and concepts that will enable readers to interact successfully with different cultures and ethnic groups. Jandt offers readers unique insights into intercultural communication, at home and abroad, through an emphasis on history, culture, and popular media. Throughout the text, Jandt reinforces the important roles that stories, personal experiences, and self-reflection play in building our intercultural understanding and competence. New to this edition:
New material on religion and identity, gender identity, and gender expression enables readers to explore the most current coverage on modern theories.
Focus on Skills boxes have been expanded to include more activities that provide students with additional practice of intercultural communication skills.
Focus on Technology boxes illustrate the impact of the newest communication technology on intercultural encounters.
The popular map program provide students with additional context for discussion of cultures and regions across the globe and dynamic data displays that are popular with students.
Jandt's cultural perspective on communication is imparted through a range features: These include scenarios for students to respond to and "global voices" in the form of provocative quotes, with objectives and interactive summaries encasing each chapter. His engaging writing style also makes the text easy to read and comprehend.
To complement this, SAGE edge offers a robust online environment featuring an impressive array of tools and resources for review, study, and further exploration, keeping both instructors and students on the cutting edge of teaching and learning.
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