AMONG CULTURES by Bradford J Hall, Patricia Covarrubias, Kristin A Kirschbaum ( 9781317219156 )

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Title:

AMONG CULTURES
THE CHALLENGE OF COMMUNICATION

By:

Bradford J Hall, Patricia Covarrubias, Kristin A Kirschbaum

Format:

Electronic book text

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ISBN 10:

1317219155

ISBN 13:

9781317219156

Publisher:

TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD

Pub. date:

3 October, 2017

Edition:

3rd New edition

Pages:

420

Synopsis:

Among Cultures: The Challenge of Communication, Third Edition explores intercultural communication and the relationship between communication and culture, using narrative as a common and compelling thread for studying intercultural interactions. Anchored in the position that people make sense of their worlds through choosing and telling narratives to themselves and others, this text is replete with narratives and stories. Chapters address key aspects of intercultural communication, including verbal and nonverbal communication; stereotypes and bias; identity; conflict; diversity; and ethics. Using an interpretative approach to intercultural communication, the text helps students understand that, although a person may appear different, his/her common sense is quite reasonable within a particular interpretive context. Resources are included to help students understand and explain the reasonableness of other cultural systems.The text includes activities for students to complete while reading, including self-assessments and nonverbal self-knowledge tests. Reflection questions within and at end of each chapter promote thinking and discussion of each topic. With its unique approach to studying and understanding intercultural communication via real-life narratives, this text facilitates a deep understanding of the cultural aspects in communication. In providing the narratives of others, it encourages students to tell their own stories and build a strong foundation for communicating across cultures.New to the Third Edition:New chapter, "What Role Does Culture Play in Contemporary Contexts," explores intercultural communication as it relates to environmental, health, and technology and communication. New sections on identity, silence, and terms of address as important communicative practices in intercultural settings. Updated models of acculturation, and expanded section on reverse culture shock.

Illustrations:

7 Tables, black and white

Publication:

Imprint:

Routledge

Returns:

Non-returnable

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