Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to
- apply their awareness on the basic intercultural frameworks to understand aspects of cultures and their communication patterns
- recognize features of their own cultural values, assumptions and culturally specific behavior
- independently explore and analyze critical incidents in the social, professional or academic settings
- get familiar with the concept of adaptation process
Credits: 3
Schedule: 14.01.2021 - 25.02.2021
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Yoonjoo Cho
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Yoonjoo Cho
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course will provide understanding of communication between people from different culture by introducing students to concepts and basic theories that influence intercultural communication and activates this knowledge through games, discussions and case studies. Topics covered include for instance culture, identity and communication patterns.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
- Active participation 25%
- Discussion leading 10%
- Individual tasks 30%
- Group project 35%
Workload
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
24 h group instruction + 12 h guided online lessons + 45 independent study
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Online readings accessed through Mycourses
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
None
- Teacher: Cho Yoonjoo