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| Code | ELT840 |
| Name | Intercultural Competence |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | . Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | İngilizce |
| Level | Doktora Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Prof. Dr. CEM CAN |
Course Goal / Objective
Master advanced theoretical and practical aspects of intercultural competence.
Course Content
This PhD course focuses on developing advanced understanding and skills in intercultural competence, crucial for navigating and managing effective interactions in a multicultural world. It explores the foundations of intercultural communication, emphasizing theoretical, social, psychological, and historical perspectives. The course is structured around critical analyses of case studies, understanding the roles of power and context in intercultural settings, and applying these insights to real-world scenarios.
Course Precondition
NA
Resources
"Intercultural Communication in Contexts" by Martin and Nakayama, and "Globalizing Intercultural Communication" by Sorrells and Sekimoto.
Notes
Bennett's "Basic Concepts of Intercultural Communication" and Gudykunst's "Cross Cultural and Intercultural Communication".
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Master advanced theoretical and practical aspects of intercultural competence. |
| LO02 | Apply intercultural communication theories to analyze and manage real-world scenarios. |
| LO03 | Conduct independent research on intercultural communication issues and contribute to the field. |
| LO04 | Students will acquire skills to manage and resolve conflicts in a culturally sensitive manner, enhancing their ability to navigate complex intercultural interactions successfully. |
| LO05 | Conduct in-depth cultural audits to understand organizational cultural dynamics and recommend changes. |
| LO06 | Students will learn to apply intercultural competence principles to leadership, preparing them to lead diverse teams with empathy, understanding, and strategic vision. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The students can critically analyze language learning theories | |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The students can develop themselves professionally | 4 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The students can critically evaluate the research studies in the field | 3 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The students can join in collaborative team work | 5 |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | The students can present his knowledge and share his experience in the field | 4 |
| PLO06 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The students can think creatively to construct novice ideas | 3 |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | The students can apply scientific research methods in novel studies | 2 |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The students can be aware of the ethical issues in their research studies | 4 |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | The students can discuss their arguments with evidence | 5 |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The students can implement higher order thinking skills in solving problems | 5 |
| PLO11 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The students can contribute to their fields by publishing their studies in journals | 4 |
| PLO12 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | The students can contribute to the goal of becoming an intellectual community | 5 |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Intercultural Communication Theories | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Anlatım |
| 2 | The Role of Context and Power in Intercultural Communication | Reading assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma |
| 3 | Historical Perspectives on Intercultural Communication | Reading Assignmemnt | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Anlatım |
| 4 | Social and Psychological Foundations of Intercultural Competence | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım |
| 5 | Analyzing Intercultural Communication Case Studies | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Developing Intercultural Training Programs | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Cultural Identity and Stereotypes | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Midterm Prep | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
| 9 | Language and Non-verbal Communication in Intercultural Settings | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Intercultural Conflict Resolution | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 11 | Ethics and Professionalism in Intercultural Communication | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 12 | Research Methods in Intercultural Communication | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Critical Reflections on Intercultural Competence | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 14 | Preparing for Intercultural Field Research | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 15 | Final Presentations and Integration of Learning | Reading Assignment | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 16 | Term Exams | Preparations for Final Assignment | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
| 17 | Term Exams | Preparations for Final Assignment | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 157 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 6,28 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||