An Introduction to Intercultural Communication: Identities in a Global Community (9th Edition)

How does the Syrian refugee crisis, the election of Donald Trump, and the increasing number of “walls” being built to control immigration affect our ability to communicate and function across cultures?The highly anticipated An Introduction to Intercultural Communication 9th edition prepares Today’s college students to successfully navigate our increasingly global community by integrating major current events into essential communication skills and concepts. To spark any student interest, award-winning professor and best-selling author Fred E. Jandt offers unique insights into intercultural communication, at home and abroad, through an emphasis on culture, history, and popular media. Each chapter integrates material on social media, as well as extensive new and real examples from recent international news and events. Throughout the textbook, Jandt reinforces the important roles that our own personal experiences, stories, and self-reflection play in building our intercultural understanding and competence.New to the 9th EditionNew material on religion and identity, gender expression, and gender identity enables readers to explore the most current coverage on modern theories.Focus on Skills boxes have been expanded to include more activities that provide students with additional practice of intercultural communication skills.Focus on Technology boxes illustrate the impact of the latest communication technology on intercultural encounters.The popular map program provide college students with additional context for discussion of cultures and regions across the globe and dynamic data displays that are popular with students.Give your students the SAGE edge! (sold separately)SAGE edge offers a robust online environment featuring an impressive array of free tools and resources for review, study, and further exploration, keeping both instructors and students on the cutting edge of learning AND teaching.An Introduction to Intercultural Communication: Identities in a Global Community (9th Edition)  Author: Fred E. Jandt Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc; 9th edition (October 16, 2017) Publication Date: October 26, 2017