Introducing Language and Intercultural Communication

by Jane Jackson

This fully updated third edition of Introducing Language and Intercultural Communication provides an accessible, lively introduction for students who are new to the study of intercultural communication, with special attention devoted to the language dimension. Incorporating real-life examples from around the world and drawing on current research, this text argues against cultural stereotyping and instead provides students with a skill-building framework to enhance understanding of the complexities of language use and intercultural communication in diverse settings. Readers will learn to become more attuned to power relations and the ways in which a complex mix of internal and external factors can influence language choice/attitudes, the intercultural communication process, and intercultural relationship building. Features new to this edition This is the essential textbook for introductory courses in language and intercultural communication within applied linguistics and communication studies.

Genres: Linguistics, Language

436 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2014

Reviews

[Larissa Goulart · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a good introduction to basic concepts in the field of intercultural communication, but if you have some experience in the area this sometimes will read like self help rather than an academic textbook.

[Mohamed Yehia · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the few well written academic book on this subject. I used it well in my assignment on a global communication course.

[Ciara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meh. Nothing life-changing here. Glad it's at least a newer version that covers modern-day issues.

[Su · Rating 1 out of 5]

One of the worst academic books i have ever read. Many of the notions are outdated and wrong. Not to mention that the state of isreal is described here as a state that repudiates any kind of conflict. i quote "Israel (2012: 79) argues that all citizens should be concerned about 'human rights, environmental protection, religious pluralism, gender equity, sustainable worldwide economic growth, poverty alleviation, prevention of conflicts between countries, elimination of weapons of mass destruction, humanitarian assistance and preservation of cultural diversity'". And that's bullshit.

[Stephen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A decent survey of intercultural communication and intercultural competence. The chapters on critical intercultural theory, nonverbal communication, and identity were the most enjoyable.