Unit 1 Intercultural Communication in the Global Context Text A Intercultural Communication in a Global Society Text B The Spread of Culture under the Umbrella of Globalization Additional Reading Intercultural Communication Present and Future
Unit 2 Understandings of Culture and Communication Text A The Concept of Culture Text B Assumption of Similarities in Intercultural Communication Additional Reading Cultural Identity
Unit 3 Cultural Diversity in Customs and Perspectives Text A Manners Text B Cultural Perspectives Additional Reading Cultural Patterns
Unit 4 Cultural Values and Interpersonal Relationships Text A Cultural Assumptions and Values Text B Leadership and Communication in Groups Additional Reading Dominant United States Cultural Patterns
Unit 5 Cultural Differences of Verbal Communication Text A Cultural Factors in Interpersonal Communication Text B Language in Intercultural Communication Interactions Additional Reading Speaking English with a Japanese Mind
Unit 6 Cultural Clashes of Nonverbal Communication Text A How to Read Nonverbal Clues Text B Private Space Additional Reading Monochronic and Polychronic Time
Unit 7 Intercultural Communication in Busines Settings Text A Knowing the Form Text B Knowing the Limits Additional Reading Knowing Yourself
Unit 8 Cultivation of Intercultural Communication Competence Text A Optimizing Conditions for Learning Sociocultural Competencies for Success Text B Intercultural Awareness Additional Reading Intercultural Effectiveness Reference