Get Ready to Study Abroad – Introduction to Intercultural Communication

Opis kursu

The course was developed as part of the project "UITM - Celebrate Diversity" under the program "Welcome to Poland". The program is co-financed by the European Social Fund under the Operational Programme Knowledge Education Development, non-competitive project entitled. "Improving the competences of academic staff and the potential of institutions in welcoming people from abroad - Welcome to Poland" carried out under the activities defined in the project funding application no. POWR.03.03.00-00-PN 14/18.

This course covers an introduction to the field of intercultural communication. It was designed for people (especially those considering studying in Poland) who want to gain vital insights to understand inter-cultural interactions.

INITIAL REQUIREMENTS

None

AIMS OF THE COURSE

To understand how culture influences communication
To know how communication processes differ among cultures
To identify own cultural set up
To become aware how intercultural communication is a vital skill set
To constructively work with cultural diversity

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

Explain how culture influences communication
Describe how communication process differs among cultures
Analyze the dynamics of intercultural interactions
Explain the characteristics of Polish culture
Apply values framework to intercultural communication situations

COVERED TOPICS

MODULE 1. Communication

MODULE 2. Culture

MODULE 3. Intercultural Communication and Communication with Poles

CONDITIONS FOR PASSING

There are two types of student activity in the course. These are test questions and self-reflection questions. Only test questions are taken into account for the final assessment. The course participant is allowed 5 attempts to answer each question in the test. Participants who score at least 51% of the points from all the test questions will pass the course.

A passing score of 51% or greater is needed to pass the course.

You are also welcome to use the discussion forum where you can ask additional questions of the experts.

CONDITIONS FOR OBTAINING THE CERTIFICATE

A certificate of completion of the e-course will be generated on the basis of the sum of the points obtained in all test questions of the course modules. Participants who score at least 51% of the points from all the test questions will receive a course completion certificate.

COURSE STAFF

Sylwia K. Mazur

Head of International Student Support Office team at University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów. She holds degrees in Law and Journalism and Social Communication. She also graduate from different programmes, among others European Academy of Diplomacy. Academic teacher and soft skill trainer.

Alicja Bezruka

Member of International Student Support Office team at University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów. She is responsible for adaptation and integration of foreign students at UITM. She designs and conducts Orientation Week courses. Additionally, she coordinates “Buddy Program”.