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Among Cultures: The Challenge Of Communication
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Among Cultures: The Challenge Of Communication, Third Edition Explores Intercultural Communication And The Relationship Between Communication And Culture, Using Narrative As A Common And Compelling Thread For Studying Intercultural Interactions. Anchored In The Position That People Make Sense Of Their Worlds Through Choosing And Telling Narratives To Themselves And Others, This Text Is Replete With Narratives And Stories. Chapters Address Key Aspects Of Intercultural Communication, Including Verbal And Nonverbal Communication; Stereotypes And Bias; Identity; Conflict; Diversity; And Ethics. Using An Interpretive Approach To Intercultural Communication, The Text Helps Students Understand That Although A Person May Appear Different, His/Her Common Sense Is Quite Reasonable Within A Particular Interpretive Context. Resources Are Included To Help Students Understand And Explain The Reasonableness Of Other Cultural Systems.The Text Includes Activities For Students To Complete While Reading, Including Selfassessments And Nonverbal Selfknowledge Tests. Reflection Questions Within And At The End Of Each Chapter Promote Thinking And Discussion On Each Topic. With Its Unique Approach To Studying Intercultural Communication Via Reallife Narratives, This Text Facilitates A Deep Understanding Of The Cultural Aspects Of Communication. In Providing The Narratives Of Others, It Encourages Students To Tell Their Own Stories And Build A Strong Foundation For Communicating Across Cultures.New To The Third Edition:New ChapterWhat Role Does Culture Play In Contemporary Contexts?Explores Intercultural Communication As It Relates To The Environment, Health, And Technology.New Sections On Identity, Silence, And Terms Of Address As Important Communicative Practices In Intercultural Settings.Updated Sections On Honorifics, Key Terms, Social Dramas And The Golden Approaches To Ethics.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Among Cultures: The Challenge of Communication'? A: The book explores intercultural communication and the relationship between communication and culture, emphasizing the use of narratives to understand intercultural interactions.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Patricia O. Covarrubias.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: Key topics include verbal and nonverbal communication, stereotypes, identity, conflict, diversity, and ethics.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 428 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students studying communication? A: Yes, the book is designed to help students understand intercultural communication through practical activities and reflection questions.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the third edition, published on September 22, 2017.
- Q: Are there any new features in the third edition? A: Yes, the third edition includes a new chapter on culture's role in contemporary contexts and updated sections on identity and communicative practices.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: In what condition is the book being sold? A: The book is being sold in new condition.
- Q: What type of activities are included in the book? A: The book includes activities such as self-assessments and nonverbal self-knowledge tests to enhance learning and engagement.