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Course Number and Title: JC453 – Studies in Intercultural Communications
School of Learning: Journalism & Communications
Instructor: James McNeill MA, BA
Contact: Contact
Credits: 3 Semester Credits
Prerequisites: None
Course Description
The course is designed to introduce the student to the problems that arise in cross cultural/intercultural communication and will be based on leading authors in the field of study.
Course Objectives
The course is designed to give the student the framework necessary for understanding the implications of communication in the global media marketplace. “Intercultural Communication” offers students and media professionals an indispensable guide to mastering the art of international, cross-cultural and intercultural communication. The course will feature:
· How to communicate in the global media marketplace at both the interpersonal and public level
· Exploration of mass modes of communication including advertising, public relations, the Internet, news, and magazines
· Principles of Intercultural communications with real life examples taken from events unfolding in the international arena and/or those drawn from examples in the Text.
· Experiences from the instructor’s travels and business experiences.
· Examination of the factors influencing cross-cultural communication, bringing together practical, philosophical, and theoretical approaches to various types of interaction.
At the successful conclusion of the course the student will have an excellent grasp of the problems that can arise in cross cultural and intercultural communications and the tools and knowledge to deal with those problems.
Required Text Online Bookstore
To be determined.
Course Outline
Part 1: Global Sources and Systems of Communication: Concepts, Economics and Politics
- Organization of Information
- Concepts
- Politics
- Economics
Part 2: Cultural Context In Which Information Is Received, Interpreted and Understood
- Nonverbal Interaction: Action, Sound and Silence
- Theories of Signs and Language
- Theories of Symbolic Interaction, Structuration and Convergence
- Theories of Discourse
- Frames of Reference
- Ethical Issues
- Legal Issues
- The Roles of Advertising and Public Relations
- Miscommunication and Consequences
- Developing a World View
Grading
A 90 - 100%
B 80 - 89%
C 70 - 79%
D 60 - 69%
F 0 - 59%
Additional Information
Course Requirements
A computer with word processing software; Internet connection and an email client and address. Microsoft Word compatible with version 2003 is the preferred application, but others may be useable (check with instructor).
About the Instructor
M. James McNeill has extensive experience in a wide variety of firms, construction, manufacturing, and consulting, with global reach. He was CEO of a manufacturing firm based in the United States with a customer base in Asia and Europe. In addition, he was a Project Director for an international consulting firm and Bond Specialist for multinational construction companies. He has traveled extensively in Australia, Europe, Mexico, Canada and parts of South America. His writings include many essays concerning a multitude of international issues.
Version #1 – 28 Dec 2009