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Intercultural Communication in an English-speaking World

Intercultural Communication in an English-speaking World

Intercultural understanding
Finished

Description

This module is suited for anyone interested in improving their professional communication with people from other cultures as well as other countries where English is the language of communication.

Study format
Online
Application period
18 December 2023 – 15 January 2024
Study period
22 January – 7 June 2024
Credits
7.5 ECTS
Pace
25%
Hosting university
Linkoping University
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Learning outcomes

Application of theory

Apply basic sociological and anthropological theories and concepts in international contexts where English is the language of communication.

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Comparison

Be able to compare and contrast Swedish culture to other cultures in the world where English is/may be spoken in a professional context.

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Presentation and language skills

Give an oral presentation of an analysis of an intercultural case study, using English appropriate for professional settings.

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Communication

Successfully communicate in English in a professional and international environment.

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Theoretical knowledge

Identify basic academic concepts relevant to intercultural awareness.

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Intercultural awareness

Critically discuss basic academic concepts relevant to intercultural awareness.

ESCO SKILLS

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Information

This module is suited for anyone interested in improving their professional communication with people from other cultures as well as other countries where English is the language of communication. The module is divided into two parts. The first part - Perspectives on International Communication, 2.5 ECTS - focuses on intercultural communication in general, and takes as its point of departure some central theories, notions and practices from anthropology and sociology, in order to provide a framework for a critical analysis and understanding of obstacles and pitfalls in intercultural communication. The aim of this part is to provide the students with tools to be able to identify and remedy communication breakdowns in favour of creating less friction in professional intercultural contexts. The second part - Intercultural Communication with English as a Lingua Franca, 5 ECTS - builds on the theories and notions studied in the first module, but here, the focus is on communicative situations where English is the language of communication. Here, linguistic features will also be analysed and discussed as possible obstacles and/or resources to successful communication. Both parts are examined via active seminar participation and oral group presentations.

Hosting university

Linkoping University

Linkoping University