An Introduction to Intercultural Communication (Record no. 69899)
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| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER | |
| International Standard Book Number | 9781412970105 |
| 082 ## - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER | |
| Classification number | 301.14 JAN |
| Edition number | 23 |
| 100 ## - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME | |
| Personal name | Jandt, Fred E. |
| 245 #3 - TITLE STATEMENT | |
| Title | An Introduction to Intercultural Communication |
| Remainder of title | : Identities in a Global Community |
| Statement of responsibility, etc | / Fred E. Jandt. |
| 250 ## - EDITION STATEMENT | |
| Edition statement | 6th edition. |
| 260 ## - PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, ETC. (IMPRINT) | |
| Place of publication, distribution, etc | Los Angeles |
| Name of publisher, distributor, etc | : SAGE Publications |
| Date of publication, distribution, etc | , 2010. |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION | |
| Extent | xxiii, 374 p. |
| Other physical details | : illustrations, maps |
| Dimensions | ; 23 cm. |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. | |
| Summary, etc | An Introduction to Intercultural Communication: Identities in a Global Community is a widely used textbook by Fred E. Jandt that introduces the principles and practices of communication across cultures. The book explains how cultural values, beliefs, language, customs, and social identities influence the way people communicate in an increasingly interconnected world. It emphasizes that successful intercultural communication requires awareness, sensitivity, and respect for cultural differences. The text examines key topics including definitions of culture and communication, cultural perceptions, verbal and nonverbal communication, language barriers, cultural values, identity formation, stereotypes, prejudice, intercultural conflict, immigration, acculturation, globalization, and communication in multicultural societies. It also discusses comparative cultural patterns, gender and family issues, and the influence of media and technology on intercultural interactions. Through real-life examples, case studies, photographs, and discussion exercises, the book encourages readers to develop effective communication skills in diverse social and professional settings. Suitable for students of communication, sociology, anthropology, international business, education, tourism, and public administration, the book combines theoretical foundations with practical applications. It serves as an essential resource for understanding cultural diversity and developing competence in global communication. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name as entry element | Communication and culture. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name as entry element | Cross-cultural studies. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name as entry element | Intercultural communication. |
| 650 ## - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM | |
| Topical term or geographic name as entry element | International communication. |
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| Koha item type | VC Office Books |
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