Communication between cultures / Larry A. Samovar, Richard E. Porter
Imprint
Belmont, Calif. : Wadsworth, c2004
Edition
5th ed.
Descript
xiv, 370 p. : ill. ; 24 cm
CONTENT
Challenge of intercultural communication: Interaction in a diverse world -- Understanding culture: Alternative views of reality - Deep structure of our culture: Roots of reality -- Language and culture: Words and meanings -- Nonverbal communication: The messages of action, space, time, and silence -- Cultural influences on context: The business setting ; Educational setting ; Health care setting -- Intercultural challenges: Recognizing and dealing with differences -- Becoming competent: A point of view