Intercultural Communication
ntutal@gsu.edu.tr
Content
Objective
The purpose of this course is to teach the theoretical debates about the other, otherness, new communication scheme, and new forms of intercultural communication from the past to the present.
Course Content
Introduction to the concepts of culture, identity and intercultural communication
The concepts and theories of Other and Otherness
Course Learning Outcomes
Having the knowledge about the Other and Otherness
Understanding the conflicts that reflects the current period due to various differences
Understanding communicational problems caused by cultural differences and their possible solutions
Teaching and Learning Methods
The course consists of collective lectures and presentations by Phd students. They do apart readings and studies for midterms and final exams.
References
1-François Hartog, Heredostos'un Aynası
2- Thery Hentsch Akdenizli Doğu'nun İnşası
3-Tzvetan Todorov La decouverte de l'amerique
4-Franz Fanon Siyah Deri Beyaz Maske
5- Julia Kristeva Korkunun Güçleri
6-Gieorgio Agamben Kutsal İnsan
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5- Eugene Enriquez (2004). Sürüden Devlete, İstanbul:Ayrıntı yay.
6- Julia Kristeva, (2004). Korkunun Güçleri, İstanbul:Ayrıntı.2004.
7- Mary Douglas (2007). Saflık ve Tehlike. Metis yayınları.
8- Judits Butler (2005). Kırılgan Hayat. Metis Yayınları.
9- Works of Tzvetan Todorov
10- Works of François Hartog
11- Works of Edward T. Hall
Weekly Contents
| Week | Weekly Contents |
|---|---|
| 1 | François Hartog Grec antic and alterity 1 |
| 2 | François Hartog Grec antic and alterity 2 |
| 3 | Thery Hentsch mediteranan and alterity 1 |
| 4 | Thery Hentsch mediteranan and alterity 2 |
| 5 | Tzvetan Todoro Discoverf of america 1 |
| 6 | Tzvetan Todoro Discoverf of america 2 |
| 7 | Franz Fanon and alterity 1 |
| 8 | Franz Fanon and alterity 2 |
| 9 | Julia Kristeva and alterity 1 |
| 10 | Julia Kristeva and alterity 2 |
| 11 | Giorgio Agamben and alterity 1 |
| 12 | Giorgio Agamben and alterity 2 |
| 13 | discuss |
Assessment System
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Contribution of in-term studies to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
| Contribution of final exam to overall grade | 1 | 50 |
| Total | 2 | 100 |
| Activities | Number | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Assignments | 12 | 25 |
| Presentation | 12 | 25 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 2 | 100 |
| Project | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Other Applications | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 |
| Term Paper/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Portfolio Study | 0 | 0 |
| Reports | 0 | 0 |
| Learning Diary | 12 | 25 |
| Thesis/ Project | 0 | 0 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 38 | 175 |
Relation of Proficiency
| No | Program Learning Outcomes | Contribution | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ||
| 1 | After successfully completing the program, the student can understand the principles and development of scientific thought. | X | ||||
| 2 | After successfully completing the program, the student can examine and interpret existing theoretical approaches using correct references to produce new syntheses. | X | ||||
| 3 | After successfully completing the program, the student can consolidate his/her skills in his/her field of specialization with knowledge and skills related to the different functions (journalism, public relations, advertising, marketing, radio, television, cinema, new media). | X | ||||
| 4 | After successfully completing the program, the student adheres to critical thinking, ethical values in the media and communication field, and to the principles of respect for all individuals and communities for the public good. | X | ||||
| 5 | After successfully completing the program, the student may integrate advanced and current theoretical and practical knowledge into his/her work related to his/her area of specialization. | X | ||||
| 6 | After successfully completing the program, the student can carry out original scientific research using different methodological approaches. | X | ||||
| 7 | After successfully completing the program, the student can employ advanced qualitative and quantitative methods of research. | X | ||||
| 8 | After successfully completing the program, the student can bring innovation to the scientific methods by developing new methods or applying known methods to new areas. | X | ||||
| 9 | After successfully completing the program, the student can present and publish his/her work on prestigious international platforms. | X | ||||
| 10 | After successfully completing the program, the student can collaborate on research and education with experts from different nationalities and scientific disciplines. | X | ||||
| 11 | After successfully completing the program, the student prioritizes scientific ethics in his/her work. | X | ||||
ECTS
| Activities | Number | Period | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class Hours | 3 | 14 | 42 |
| Working Hours out of Class | 3 | 14 | 42 |
| Assignments | 2 | 20 | 40 |
| Presentation | 12 | 25 | 300 |
| Midterm Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Final Examinations (including preparation) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload | 459 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 | 18.36 | ||
| Credits ECTS | 18 | ||