An exploration of the process and dynamics of intercultural communication. Emphasis is placed on modifying stereotypes, active listening, and understanding cultural differences.
The course will help students be more effective in relating to diverse individuals and groups in our globalized world.
In our globalized world, we need to be equipped to more effectively understand others and ourselves. This will open opportunities for constructive dialogue and ministry in various contexts.
Jesus reached out and dialogued with an impressively wide range of individuals in His minitry. In the same way, we want to be able to reach across barriers in showing love and grace.
The call to a missional life opens the way to reaching out and crossing things that divide groups and individuals.
We are situated in our groups and see through cultural glasses. This course allows us to explore our cultural position and overcoming barriers to cross-cultural understandings.
We are called to cross cultures. Models and methods will aid us in effectively reaching out.
Students carry out ethnographic interviews to enter the cultural world of someone else. This is gives the student a better understanding of their own cultural background and perspectives.
Students participate in exercises to increase their understanding and develop skills in cross-cultural communication.
