Essays about: "Intercultural Communication Competence"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 22 essays containing the words Intercultural Communication Competence.
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1. The Influence of Literary Texts on Intercultural Competence in the EFL Classroom. A Literature Review
University essay from Göteborgs universitet / LärarutbildningsnämndenAbstract : Due to the growing status of English as a global language of communication, cultural studies have become an increasingly important aspect of English as a foreign language (EFL) education. Many scholars argue that there is now a need to deviate from merely focusing on Anglo-Saxon cultures and to embrace an intercultural perspective in education, a view that is also reflected in the Swedish educational frameworks. READ MORE
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2. Exploring Intercultural Communication through Film & Television
University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)Abstract : This study explores the elements that can or must be changed in a film or television series for it to be successfully adapted and translated into other languages, in order to be accepted and understood by other cultures. By conducting two focus groups and individual interviews with experts in the matter, this study demonstrates that film and television can be an intercultural communication tool that serves as a bridge between different cultures, breaking the barriers and providing an understanding of one another’s norms. READ MORE
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3. Why are some people better than others? : Is it because of their cultural background, personal competence, or company’s influence?
University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring och turismvetenskap (MTS)Abstract : In the last few decades, due to the exponential rise in interconnectivity and globalization the importance of cross-cultural communication has been a hot topic to research more about. Due to this increase and more frequent interactions business individuals have started giving cross-cultural environments the attention it needs to address the challenges at hand. READ MORE
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4. DIGITAL LEARNING MATERIALS AND YOUNG EFL LEARNERS’ INTERCULTURAL COMPETENCE DEVELOPMENT
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för hälsa, lärande och teknikAbstract : Abstract The primary aim of learning English as a second or foreign language is to develop learners’ communication skills and prepare them to use English effectively in multi-dimensional domains. Yet, major approaches and practices of actual second language learning are often related to a simplistic perspective on communication that fails to take into account the cultural and intercultural aspects of the English language as a global communication tool, i. READ MORE
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5. Cross-cultural training and cultural adjustment: Proposing an optimal CCT program.
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för språk och litteraturerAbstract : Abstract Title: Cross-cultural training and cultural adjustment: Proposing an optimal CCT program. Author: Chrysiida Psarri Supervisor: Joseph Trotta Abstract: The increasing development of international business has had a direct impact on global mobility, making the relocation and cross-cultural adjustment of immigrants, migrants and expatriates, an urgent matter. READ MORE
