The role of language in inter-, multi- and cross-cultural communication. Linguistic aspects of cultural interactions; incorporates theoretical perspectives from pragmatics, speech act theory, rhetoric, and other disciplines, with a view to developing awareness and competence in communications across cultures in general, academic and professional settings. Prerequisite(s): normally restricted to students entering the first year of a B.A. program.Seminars three hours a week.
The role of language in inter-, multi- and cross-cultural communication. Linguistic aspects of cultural interactions; incorporates theoretical perspectives from pragmatics, speech act theory, rhetoric, and other disciplines, with a view to developing awareness and competence in communications across cultures in general, academic and professional settings. Prerequisite(s): normally restricted to students entering the first year of a B.A. program.Seminars three hours a week.