Understanding Intercultural Communication, 3rd Edition (UIC3) emphasizes a perspective that integrates intersectional identity complexity with a strong values orientation in shaping intercultural contact. We address contemporary issues such as the important roles and effects of technology in our everyday intercultural lives. This is an introductory book designed for undergraduate students, teachers, and practitioners searching for a user-friendly textbook on the fundamentals of intercultural communication. With the lens of flexible intercultural communication, we thread through an abundance of intercultural material with a very practical theme. By integrating current empirical research with lively intercultural examples, the authors ask thought-provoking questions and pose ethical dilemmas for students to ponder.

About the Author
Stella Ting-Toomey is Professor of Human Communication Studies at California State University, Fullerton. Leeva C. Chung is Professor at the University of San Diego.

Reviews
Understanding Intercultural Communication is an up-to-date and practical text designed to foster student thinking about intercultural interactions. The examples and scenarios presented in each chapter provide students an opportunity to explore intercultural concepts in depth." - Todd Lee Goen, Christopher Newport University
Understanding Intercultural Communication lives up to its title. This textbook presents the critical perspectives and scholarship on key concepts and issues that will make intercultural communication understandable to today's students. After identifying issues and providing relevant examples, the text offers 'doable' actions as suggestions for achieving positive, effective intercultural communication." - Armeda Reitzel, Humboldt State University
This text has a handle on intercultural communication topics and issues with true life applications and accounts. If you are looking for a thorough examination of local and global topics, Understanding Intercultural Communication is the text for you and your students." - Craig E. Soaries, Gordon State College



Book Information
ISBN 9780190297442
Author Stella Ting-Toomey
Format Paperback
Page Count 416
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 658g
Dimensions(mm) 191mm * 231mm * 18mm