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  • Module 7: Intercultural Communication

    Text: Intercultural Communication Picture: Four women of different backgrounds having a conversation

    In this module, we will cover  Chapter 10: Intercultural Communication. This module serves as an introduction to intercultural communication and intercultural communication competence. You will be introduced to concepts like intercultural communication dialectics and “thinking under the influence”.. Learning how to apply these concepts is important in developing and maintaining healthy interpersonal and professional relationships with diverse groups.






    Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:

      1. Define intercultural communication. (SLO #1)

      2. List and summarize the six dialectics of intercultural communication. (SLO #1)

      3. Discuss how intercultural communication affects interpersonal relationships.(SLO #2)

      4. Define intercultural communication competence. (SLO #1)

      5. Explain how motivation, self-and other-knowledge, and tolerance for uncertainty relate to intercultural communication competence. (SLO #3)

      6. Summarize the three ways to cultivate intercultural communication competence that are discussed. (SLO #3)

      7. Apply the concept of “thinking under the influence” as a reflective skill for building intercultural communication competence. (SLO #4)

    To achieve these objectives: 

    1. Read the Module 7 Introduction 
    2. Read and view the materials in the Module 7 Pressbooks book
    3. Complete the Module 7 Discussion and Assignment.

    Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities

    You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.