Cross-cultural communication: Module 1, Introduction to cross-cultural communication Field of study: English Philology
Programme code: 02-S2FA12.2018

Module name: Cross-cultural communication: Module 1, Introduction to cross-cultural communication
Module code: 02-FA-JB-S2-KM-WK1-1
Programme code: 02-S2FA12.2018
Semester: winter semester 2018/2019
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Description:
In the course students learn about concepts of culture and communication; different types of cultures in business environment; types of behavior and values in different cultures; reasons for barriers arising in cross-cultural communication and the ways of overcoming such barriers.
Prerequisites:
(no information given)
Key reading:
(no information given)
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Students have proper awareness of different cultures and the necessity of cultural awareness to effectively communicate with representatives of different cultures [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K1]
 FA2_K01 [5/5] FA2_K02 [4/5]
Students know how to prioritize the aims to establish relations with representatives of different cultures. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K2]
 FA2_K02 [5/5] FA2_K03 [5/5]
Students are aware of the problems that may arise in cross-cultural communication; indicate their reasons and find solutions. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K3]
 FA2_K03 [5/5]
Students are aware of the problems that may arise in cross-cultural communication; indicate their reasons and find solutions. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U1]
 FA2_U08 [5/5]
Students can arrange meetings with representatives of different cultures taking into consideration various aspects of cross-cultured communication. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U2]
 FA2_U06 [4/5] FA2_U08 [4/5]
Students can analyze reasons for misunderstanding and conflicts arising in cross-cultural communication and know how to handle such issues. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U3]
 FA2_U05 [4/5] FA2_U06 [4/5] FA2_U08 [4/5]
Students know the concept of culture, basics about origins of culture; theories of culture and classification of cultures in business environment within the scope of cross-cultural communication. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W1]
 FA2_W03 [4/5] FA2_W05 [4/5] FA2_W08 [4/5]
Students know the concept of culture, basics about origins of culture; theories of culture and classification of cultures in business environment within the scope of cross-cultural communication. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W2]
 FA2_W03 [5/5]
Students know which factors contribute to creating barriers in cross-cultural communication and understand reasons for misunderstandings arising in cross-cultural communication. [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W3]
 FA2_W03 [4/5] FA2_W05 [4/5] FA2_W06 [4/5] FA2_W08 [4/5]
Type Description Codes of the learning outcomes of the module to which assessment is related
written assignment [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_1]
It is a comparative analysis of a chosen topic. Students describe some chosen aspects of different cultures indicating reasons which might lead to misunderstandings or conflicts.
JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K3 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U3 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W3
revision test [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_2]
It is to verify the knowledge acquired in classes and lectures (multiple-choice). Students also analyze a given case study and offer solutions.
 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K3 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U3 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W3
in class evaluation [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_3]
Students active participation and their skills and abilities to cooperate and perform assigned tasks are evaluated.
 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_K3 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_U3 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W1 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W2 JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_W3
Form of teaching Student's own work Assessment of the learning outcomes
Type Description (including teaching methods) Number of hours Description Number of hours
lecture [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_fs_1]
Lecture – multimedia presentation followed by a discussion.
 15
Self-study with the help of lecture notes and supplementary resources.
15 written assignment [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_1] revision test [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_2]
practical classes [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_fs_2]
Followed-up discussion, case-study analysis; pair and team work using role-plays; press article study.
 30
Self-study (recommended reading), assignment preparation; self-study for a revision test.
 30 written assignment [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_1] revision test [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_2] in class evaluation [JB-S2-S2-KM1-1_w_3]
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
Semester Module Language of instruction
winter semester 2018/2019 Intercultural Communication: Module 1, Introduction to Intercultural Communication (1) [02-FA-JB-S2-KM-WK1-1] (no information given)