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Nov 04, 2026
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COMM 212 - Culture and Communication
PREREQUISITES: COMM 101 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking or COMM 102 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication or GLOB 101 - Global Indiana
PROGRAM: Communication
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2019
This course is designed to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of the elements key to successful communication across cultures by survey of major concepts in cross-cultural and intercultural interaction. Examines the effects of customs, behaviors, and values on the interpersonal communication process.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Identify, describe, and explain the cultural context and its impact on communication.
- Understand and apply factors that shape the communication process in different cultures.
- Understand and apply relevant principles, theories, and research findings associated with intercultural communication to individuals’ lives and professional contexts.
- Develop cultural intelligence and intercultural communication competencies needed by individuals to be effective members of the global community.
- Compare and contrast communication styles between cultures such as African American, Latino, Indian, Middle Eastern, Native Americans, and Asians.
- Explain how cultural differences affect business and the workplace.
- Identify and explain the five dimensions of intercultural communication.
- Identify primary differences in communication practices of different cultures.
- Identify the benefits and challenges of intercultural relationships.
- Analyze the constraints on communication and relationships among people of different cultures.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Cultures and context
- Communication styles
- Framing of identity
- Identity associated with race, gender, and disability
- Construction of marginalized identities
- Culture and communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Group Communication
- Mass Communication
- Organizational Communication
- Computer-mediated Communication
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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