We may earn an affiliate commission when you visit our partners.
Haynes Collins,
Christina Copperthwaite,
Bethan Davies,
Jane Wilkinson,
Simon Vallance,
and
Petra Desatova
Topics Covered
Read more
Topics Covered
Read more
Topics Covered
- The complex meanings of the term culture and exploring the difference between ‘culture’ (ideas, practices and behaviour of groups of people) and ‘Culture’ (the arts, philosophy etc).
- Interculturality - the interaction of people from different societies in a way that supports understanding and dialogue.
- The idea of dimensions of cultures, how these have been used to explain interactions between people of different cultures and their limitations.
- The way in which humans tend to ‘other’, how this leads to the development of ‘in’ and ‘out’ groups and the consequences of their formation.
- Transcultural flows and practices - the interaction between different groups and the ways in which practices and ideas can flow between them.
- Small cultures and cultural environments.
Register for this course and see more details by visiting:
OpenCourser.com/course/d5wdzc/introduction
Save this course
Save Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Defining the Concept of Culture to your list so you can find it easily later:
Save
Save
Activities
Coming soon
We're preparing activities for
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Defining the Concept of Culture.
These are activities you can do either before, during, or after a course.
Career center
Learners who complete Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Defining the Concept of Culture will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
For more career information including salaries, visit:
OpenCourser.com/course/d5wdzc/introduction
Reading list
We haven't picked any books for this reading list yet.
A classic work in the field of cultural anthropology, this book argues that culture system of symbols and meanings that must be interpreted in order to be understood.
A wide-ranging exploration of the relationship between culture and society, this book covers topics such as the role of culture in social change, the impact of globalization on culture, and the nature of cultural identity.
A comprehensive overview of cultural anthropology, this book introduces students to the basic concepts and methods of the field.
Save
A collection of essays from leading scholars, this book provides a critical overview of the study of culture.
Save
A classic work of critical theory, this book argues that the culture industry system of mass production that serves to manipulate and control the masses.
A groundbreaking work in the field of cultural studies, this book argues that postmodern culture is characterized by a fragmentation of identity, a loss of faith in progress, and a fascination with the present.
Explores the relationship between globalization and culture, arguing that globalization is leading to a new kind of global culture that is characterized by both homogenization and heterogeneity.
Explores the cultural significance of food and the body, arguing that they are both powerful symbols that can be used to express identity, power, and gender.
Explores the relationship between culture and emotion, arguing that emotions are not simply private feelings but are also shaped by social and cultural factors.
Explores the ethical implications of culture, arguing that we need to develop a new ethics that is based on respect for cultural diversity.
Save
Argues that culture is not simply a set of ideas or values but is also a set of practices that are embodied and enacted in everyday life.
Explores the relationship between culture and technology, arguing that technology is not simply a neutral tool but is also a cultural artifact that can shape our lives in profound ways.
Explores the relationship between culture and social change, arguing that culture is not simply a passive reflection of social change but is also an active force that can shape the direction of social change.
This handbook provides a comprehensive overview of the field of intercultural competence, covering topics such as the history of the concept, the different models of intercultural competence, and the assessment of intercultural competence. It is an excellent resource for researchers and practitioners who are interested in learning more about this topic.
Provides a critical overview of the field of intercultural communication, challenging some of the traditional assumptions about the nature of culture and communication. It is an excellent resource for students and scholars who are interested in a more critical understanding of this topic.
Focuses on intercultural business communication, examining some of the challenges and opportunities of doing business across cultures. It is an excellent resource for students, scholars, and practitioners who are interested in learning more about this topic.
Provides a practical guide to understanding and navigating cultural differences. It is an excellent resource for students, scholars, and practitioners who are interested in learning more about this topic.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the concept of intercultural sensitivity, offering advice on how to develop this skill. It is an excellent resource for students, scholars, and practitioners who are interested in learning more about this topic.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the field of intercultural communication, with a focus on the contextual factors that influence communication. It is an excellent resource for students and scholars who are interested in learning more about this topic.
Provides a practical guide to intercultural dialogue, offering advice on how to build bridges between people from different cultures. It is an excellent resource for students, scholars, and practitioners who are interested in learning more about this topic.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
OpenCourser.com/course/d5wdzc/introduction
Share
Similar courses
Here are nine courses similar to
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Defining the Concept of Culture.
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Intercultural Contact
OpenCourser.com/course/q9c3ws/introduction
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Intercultural...
Most relevant
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: The Branding of Culture
OpenCourser.com/course/tphd3v/introduction
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: The Branding of...
Most relevant
Understanding Culture Intelligence
OpenCourser.com/course/oo1r08/understanding
Understanding Culture Intelligence
Most relevant
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Language and Culture
OpenCourser.com/course/pjaqn1/introduction
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Language and...
Most relevant
Intercultural Communication
OpenCourser.com/course/x4ha0b/intercultural
Intercultural Communication
Most relevant
Fostering a Diverse and Inclusive Culture
OpenCourser.com/course/r4w0n2/fostering
Fostering a Diverse and Inclusive Culture
Most relevant
English for Doing Business in Asia – Speaking
OpenCourser.com/course/o2fpd5/english
English for Doing Business in Asia – Speaking
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Crossing Borders
OpenCourser.com/course/89wzx0/introduction
Introduction to Intercultural Studies: Crossing Borders
Inclusive Leadership: Working with Equality and Diversity
OpenCourser.com/course/kko04u/inclusive
Inclusive Leadership: Working with Equality and Diversity
Our mission
OpenCourser helps millions of learners each year. People visit us to learn workspace skills, ace their exams, and nurture their curiosity.
Our extensive catalog contains over 50,000 courses and twice as many books. Browse by search, by topic, or even by career interests. We'll match you to the right resources quickly.
Find this site helpful? Tell a friend about us.
Affiliate disclosure
We're supported by our community of learners. When you purchase or subscribe to courses and programs or purchase books, we may earn a commission from our partners.
Your purchases help us maintain our catalog and keep our servers humming without ads.
Thank you for supporting OpenCourser.
© 2016 - 2024 OpenCourser