Communication 263
Section 47485, 740am-855am Room Stauf 301,
Section 32455, 315pm-430pm Room Stauf 318
Lisa Stefani
Phone: 727-8273 E-mail: Lisa.A.Stefani@asu.edu
Web: http://www.grossmont.net/lisastefani/
Office Hours: T/Th 915-10:45 AG172F
Human beings draw close to one another by their common nature, but habits and customs keep them apart. Confucian Saying
This course has three primary goals. The first goal is to introduce you to intercultural communication. That is, what antecedents and considerations need to be taken into account when people from different cultures come together to share ideas and information? The second goal is to help you improve your intercultural communication skills. The world has quickly become a global market place and all cultures depend upon each other for economic survival. The better our intercultural communication skills, the easier it will be for us to take our place in this global society. Finally, this course is designed to provide you with motivation, knowledge, and an appreciation of diversity that can help you overcome many obstacles to intercultural understanding.
Required Text:
Martin, J. N., & Nakayama, T. K. (2004). Intercultural Communication in Contexts. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Required Workbook:
Stefani, L.A. (2003). Cultural Encounters in Cyberspace: A Workbook for Global Communication. San Diego, CA: National Social Science Press.
Attendance Policy: Two unexcused absences are allowed. Beyond this, your attendance and participation grade drops with each further unexcused absence - Three unexcused absences drops the grade to B, four unexcused absences drops the grade to C, etc. Excused absences require documentation. Documentation is required if you miss a presentation or exam day if you wish to get credit for the assignment.
Note: Students with disabilities who may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and Disability Resources for Students (DRS) early in the semester so that accommodations may be implemented as soon as possible. Students may contact DRS at 480-965-1234. Information is also available at www.asu.edu/drs.
Academic Integrity: You are expected to understand and abide by the Hugh Downs School of Communication’s "Academic Integrity Policy."
SCHEDULE & ASSIGNMENTS:
T Aug 26: Class Introduction, Working and Learning Together
Th Aug 28: Overview of Assignments
Unit I: Making Connections
T Sept 2: Readings
Chapter 1: Why Study Intercultural Communication
Chapter 2: The History of the Study of Intercultural Communication
Lecture — Making Connections
Th Sept 4: Lecture - Relativity, Universality, Dialectics and the Dalai Lama
T Sept 9: Film - To be announced
Th Sept 11: Film - To be announced
T Sept 16: Webquest Presentations: Two Different Perspectives
Th Sept 18: Webquest Presentations: Two Different Perspectives
Unit II: Alternative Perspectives: Values, History, Worldview and Family
T Sept 23: Readings:
Chapter 3: Culture, Communication, Context, and Power
Chapter 4: History and Intercultural Communication
Chapter 10: Culture, Communication, and Intercultural Relationships
Lecture: Cultural perspectives
Th Sept 25: Lecture: Cultural antecedents and intercultural relationships
T Sept 30: Film: To be announced
Th Oct 2: Film: To be announced
T Oct 7: Midterm Exam Chapters 1,2,3,4, & 10
Th Oct 9: Webquest Presentations: How to Make Your Spouse Happy
T Oct 14: Webquest Presentations: How to Make Your Spouse Happy
Unit III: Senders and Receivers
Th Oct 16: Readings
Chapter 5: Identity and Intercultural Communication
Chapter 6: Language and Intercultural Communication
Chapter 7: Nonverbal Codes and Cultural Space
Lecture: Senders and Receivers
T Oct 21: Lecture: Senders and Receivers
Th Oct 23: Webquest Presentations: The Message of Folklore
T Oct 28: Webquest Presentations: The Message of Folklore
Unit IV: Cultural Encounters
Th Oct 30: Readings
Chapter 8: Understanding Intercultural Transitions
Chapter 9: Folk Culture, Popular Culture, and Intercultural
Communication
Chapter 11: Culture Communication and Conflict
Lecture: Culture and Education
T Nov 4: Lecture: Culture and Business
Th Nov 6: Lecture: Culture and Healthcare
T Nov 11: Film: To be announced
Th Nov 13: Film: To be announced
T Nov 18: Webquest Presentations: Literacy Around the World
A Multinational Business Agreement
Healthcare Issues for Refugees
Th Nov 20: Webquest Presentations: Literacy Around the World
A Multinational Business Agreement
Healthcare Issues for Refugees
Unit V: Becoming a Global Citizen
T Nov 25: Readings
Chapter 12: The Outlook for Intercultural Communication
Lecture: Becoming a Global Citizen
Th Nov 27: No class. Thanksgiving Day
T Dec 2: Webquest Presentations: Projects Abroad
Th Dec 4: Webquest Presentations: Projects Abroad
T Dec 9: Catch Up Day.
Final Exam Schedule:
Section 47485, 740am-855am: Friday, December 12, 2003 from 740am - 930am
Section 32455, 315pm-430pm: Tuesday, December 16, 2003 from 315pm - 430pm
Grading
Webquest one assignment and presentation 10%
Webquest two assignment and presentation 10%
Webquest three assignment and presentation 10%
Webquest four assignment and presentation 10%
Webquest five assignment and presentation 10%
Midterm Examination 20%
Final Examination 20%
Attendance/Participation 10%
