The concept of culture is broadly defined to include interethnic, interracial, and intercultural communication. Gender differences in communication are also included. Some of the interconnected core concepts involve culture shock, prejudice, belief and value system differences, uncertainty avoidance, media differences, conflict resolution, peace communication, etc. Lectures are given. Discussions are held.
Exercises help to demonstrate a number of concepts and processes.
Students give two information reports. The major goal of the course is to increase student awareness of intercultural communication concepts and processes. The student is expected to acquire a core of basic concepts, to experience problems and processes of intercultural communication first hand. The students also explore a topic in-depth by applying research and other investigative methods. E. Assessment Measures Students are tested at the mid-term and end of the course on concepts and ideas covered.