CMST280 — Intercultural Communication
CMST 280 - Intercultural Communication CMST 280 - Intercultural Communication 5 Total Credits This course is designed to assist students in developing their knowledge and skills with people from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Students are introduced to the fundamental principles and practices of intercultural communication. This includes issues such as culture, co-culture, perception, values, beliefs, worldview, verbal communication, nonverbal communication, culture shock and cultural adaptation. Students will explore and analyze their own cultural heritages in relation to the culture/co-cultures of others in the United States and globally. Students will assess and develop their skills during class sessions and experiential activities outside of class. Student reflections, analysis and articulation of insights are critical components of this course. Course