Essays about: "Intercultural Competence"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 45 essays containing the words Intercultural 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. Teaching Critical Literacy Through the Use of Texts in the ESL-Classroom. A Review
University essay from Göteborgs universitet / LärarutbildningsnämndenAbstract : Teaching critical literacy through texts is not a well-researched method, despite the positive result of previous research. Critical literacy as a concept and as a method could be a factor in boosting intercultural competence, which should be considered highly desirable in an ever more diverse society. READ MORE
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3. Reading All American Boys (2015) in the Swedish Upper Secondary School English 6 Classroom
University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för hälsa, lärande och teknikAbstract : Young adult literature is enjoyed by both adolescents and adults. This genre of literature is often contemporary and tends to deal with real life issues, for example cultural and social aspects of young people’s lives. READ MORE
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4. 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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5. 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
