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Deep Culture: The Hidden Challenges of Global Living (Languages for Intercultural Communication & Education)

Book information

Publisher
Multilingual Matters
Year
2007
ISBN
1847690173, 9781847690173
LCC
P94.6 .S48 2007
Open Library ID
OL11917848M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
4 MB (3711297 bytes)
Pages
275\275
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

This is a straightforward guide to understanding the hidden cultural challenges of adapting to life abroad. Combining intercultural theory with the lived experiences of sojourners, it reviews key concepts, introduces a cultural learning model, explains hidden barriers to intercultural sensitivity, and brings clarity to debates about globalization and cultural difference. This is an essential resource for sojourners and educators. It presents a clear model for understanding intercultural adaptation. It uses sojourners' experiences to illustrate intercultural learning.

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