Intercultural Communication: Contexts and Frameworks 3600-KMKN(KS)-OG

The aim of the course is to provide participants with fundamental knowledge of the main theories and concepts of intercultural communication and to highlight their significance in the contemporary world. Particular emphasis will be placed on the practical application of the acquired knowledge.
Specifically, the course objectives include familiarising students with:
theories of culture;
theories of intercultural communication;
currents of Orientalism and postcolonialism;
practical applications of these theories, e.g., in intercultural marketing and in functioning within multicultural teams.

Type of course

general courses

Mode

Blended learning

Learning outcomes

Knowledge:
The student understands what
culture is and what shapes it.
The student has general knowledge of intercultural communication theories.
The student is aware of practical applications of intercultural communication knowledge.

Skills:
The student can work collaboratively in a group to develop a chosen topic and present the results to the class.
The student can participate in discussions while respecting all participants.

Competences / Attitudes:
The student develops a sense of responsibility for the group.
critical thinking skills
creative problem-solving skills

Assessment criteria

Attendance control (minimum 80% attendance) and active participation in class.
Short formative assessment following completion of selected tasks.
Pre-test and post-test to evaluate learning progress.

Theoretical knowledge will be evaluated through a post-test.
Practical application of the learned theories will be assessed through role-plays and gamified activities.

Practical placement

Bibliography

Boski, P. (2009). Kulturowe ramy zachowań społecznych. Warszawa: PWN. (fragmenty)
Meyer, E. (2016). Mapa kulturowa. Jak nawiguje się w różnicach między kulturami. Warszawa: MT Biznes.
Rosa, G., i in. (2016). Komunikacja międzykulturowa w biznesie. Warszawa: Difin.
Said, E. W. (2005). Orientalizm. Warszawa: Wydawnictwo Zysk i S-ka. (fragmenty)
Young, R. (2012). Postkolonializm. Wprowadzenie. Kraków: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego

Additional information

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