Description
Prerequisite: None
Credit Hours: 3 cr. Hrs. (3pds: 3 lec.)
Program of Study: AA-Liberal Arts-SIB, AAS-SIB, AA-Life Science-SIB Concentration
Transfer Information: ASU: COM 263, Social-Behavior Sciences (SB), Cultural Diversity (C), Global Awareness (G) ; NAU Dept. Elective (CST); UA COM 117
6/11/2015 Approved TOCC BOT
Course Description: This course introduces concepts and principles of intercultural communication. The focus of this course is on regional, national and international settings. We will examine issues such as cultural value patterns, cultural identity, verbal and nonverbal communication styles, intergroup relationships, managing conflict, intercultural adjustment & adaptation, and intercultural group facilitation. The course is designed to develop skills as a ?boundary rider? being able to shift comfortably within and between cultures, and yet maintain an intact cultural identity.