KVVS1014 Self-study: Classics of Intercultural Communication (5 cr)

Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Language and Communication Studies
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020

Description

Content

The aim of this self-study unit is to introduce the students to classical intercultural communication concepts and frameworks. The course focuses on reading and contrasting seminal works in the field.

Completion methods

Book exam or reading circle

Assessment details

Passing the course requires completion of all required assignments in line with stated learning outcomes.

Grade-specific assessment criteria will be provided as part of the instructions for the course.

Learning outcomes

After completing the course the student will be able to
- present and critically evaluate classical concepts, theoretical frameworks and applications of intercultural communication
- distinguish and compare intercultural communication theories and applications in academic discussion.

Additional information

Timing: First spring semester or second year

Literature

  • Hall, E.T. (1970) [1990]. The silent language. New York: Anchor Books.
  • Holliday, A. (2011). Intercultural communication and ideology. Los Angeles: Sage.
  • Piller, I. (2017). Intercultural communication: A critical introduction. 2nd Ed. Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press.
  • Kim, Y. Y. (2001). Becoming intercultural. An integrative theory of communication and crosscultural adaptation. Thousand Oaks: Sage.
  • Said, E. (1978). Orientalism. New York: Vintage Books/Random House.
  • Breidenbach, J. & Nyíri, P. (2009). Seeing culture everywhere: From genocide to consumer habits. Seattle: University of Washington Press.
  • Hofstede, G. H., Hofstede, G. J., & Minkov, M. (2010). Cultures and organizations: Software of the mind. Intercultural cooperation and its importance for survival. New York: McGraw-Hill.
  • Hall, E.T. (1976) [1989]. Beyond culture. New York: Doubleday.

Completion methods

Method 1

Select all marked parts

Method 2

Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
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Teaching (5 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
No published teaching
x

Exam (5 cr)

Type:
Exam
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English

Teaching