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What is Intercultural Competence

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New Technological Applications for Foreign and Second Language Learning and Teaching
It refers to the ability to demonstrate targeted knowledge, skills and attitudes that lead to effective and appropriate communication with people of other cultures.
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Promoting Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication With Flipgrid: Design, Implementation, and Outcomes
Lina Lee (University of New Hampshire, USA)
Copyright: © 2020 |Pages: 21
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-2591-3.ch013
Abstract
The chapter reports a Spanish-American intercultural exchange through which L2 learners used asynchronous video discussions to exchange cross-cultural perspectives. The study involved 37 university students who carried out CMC tasks over a 14-week period. Using quantitative and qualitative data collection, the study explored the affordances and challenges of using asynchronous video discussions for intercultural learning. Findings revealed that students demonstrated interpersonal communication skills and strategies to interact with their distant partners, and gained intercultural competence. The study suggests that a personal commitment to the online exchange is essential to maximize the potential of asynchronous CMC to promote active interaction. The study concludes with pedagogical implications for practitioners interested in implementing virtual exchange projects using video discussions to develop learners' interpersonal and intercultural communicative competence.
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The Challenge of Assessing Intercultural Competence: A Review of Existing Approaches
Over the last decades, intercultural competence has proven to be unsuitable for a single all-purpose definition. Instead, scholars agree to conceptualize intercultural competence as a capacity to interact effectively and appropriately with culturally different others. Furthermore, many agree that this capacity consists of certain attitudes, knowledge, and skills.
Published in Chapter: The Challenge of Assessing Intercultural Competence: A Review of Existing Approaches; From: Handbook of Research on Perspectives in Foreign Language Assessment
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Literacies of the Body: Opening the Doors of the Mind Through Embodied Learning and Imaginative Processes
The ability to communicate effectively and correctly in intercultural situations; the ability to adapt to different cultural contexts.
Published in Chapter: Literacies of the Body: Opening the Doors of the Mind Through Embodied Learning and Imaginative Processes; From: Handbook of Research on Bilingual and Intercultural Education
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The Use of Communities in a Virtual Learning Environment
This term encompasses the acquisition of intercultural understanding and the ability to act in linguistically and culturally complex situations. To that end, in relation to the CEF, a common framework of theory and practice not only for linguistic but also for cultural learning is being developed in 2008, the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue.
Published in Chapter: The Use of Communities in a Virtual Learning Environment; From: Handbook of Research on Web 2.0 and Second Language Learning
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Case Study of a Sustained Educator Partnership between the U.S. and Norway
The ability to communicate and interact effectively and appropriately with people from different cultures.
Published in Chapter: Case Study of a Sustained Educator Partnership between the U.S. and Norway; From: Handbook of Research on Efficacy and Implementation of Study Abroad Programs for P-12 Teachers
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Teacher Candidates in International Contexts: Examining the Impact on Beliefs about Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners
The knowledge, skills, and dispositional attributes necessary to effectively and appropriately communicate with individuals from other cultures.
Published in Chapter: Teacher Candidates in International Contexts: Examining the Impact on Beliefs about Teaching Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners; From: Handbook of Research on Efficacy and Implementation of Study Abroad Programs for P-12 Teachers
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A Model for Mobile Social Media Integration in Constructivist ESL Classrooms
The term refers to how people from diverse backgrounds and cultures communicate and interact with others and become competent in acquiring a foreign language.
Published in Chapter: A Model for Mobile Social Media Integration in Constructivist ESL Classrooms; From: Handbook of Research on Mobile Technology, Constructivism, and Meaningful Learning
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Translanguaging Practices in Early Childhood Classrooms From an Intercultural Perspective
The ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with people having different cultural background and/or language repertoire.
Published in Chapter: Translanguaging Practices in Early Childhood Classrooms From an Intercultural Perspective; From: International Perspectives on Modern Developments in Early Childhood Education
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Integrating Virtual Exchange Practices and Digital Instructional Tools in EFL Courses at University Level
lntercultural Competence (IC) refers to the ability to effectively perform across cultures by communicating and working with people from different cultural backgrounds either at home or abroad. In today’s globalised world, intercultural competence has become an essential set of skills in learning environments and workplaces, both virtually and in-person. Besides, being able to effectively interact with people from other cultures is a valuable communication skill for teamwork and conflict management.
Published in Chapter: Integrating Virtual Exchange Practices and Digital Instructional Tools in EFL Courses at University Level; From: English as a Foreign Language in a New-Found Post-Pandemic World
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Cultural Intelligence and Experiential Learning Powering Faculty Intercultural Leadership Development
The ability to communicate in an effective and appropriate manner in intercultural contexts based on a person’s intercultural knowledge, skills, and ability.
Published in Chapter: Cultural Intelligence and Experiential Learning Powering Faculty Intercultural Leadership Development; From: Handbook of Research on Learning Outcomes and Opportunities in the Digital Age
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Developing Global Leaders: Utilizing the Intercultural Effectiveness Competencies Model
Taylor (1994) indicated that intercultural competence is “an adaptive capacity based on an inclusive and integrative world view which allows participants to effectively accommodate the demands of living in a host culture” (p. 154).
Published in Chapter: Developing Global Leaders: Utilizing the Intercultural Effectiveness Competencies Model; From: Handbook of Research on Workforce Diversity in a Global Society: Technologies and Concepts
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A Global Competence Approach to Teaching Development for Intercultural Education
A gradual process of acquiring and developing skills, values, knowledge, and understanding of other cultures, as well as sociolinguistic skills, which favor the acquisition of other superior skills: adaptability to multicultural contexts, critical and reflective thinking, cognitive flexibility, ethnorelative vision, empathy, behaviors, and appropriate and affective communication.
Published in Chapter: A Global Competence Approach to Teaching Development for Intercultural Education; From: Handbook of Research on Promoting Social Justice for Immigrants and Refugees Through Active Citizenship and Intercultural Education
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Virtual Exchange Collaborative Practices Using Project and Research-Based Learning: Embracing the Complexities and Challenges to Maximize Students' Global Intercultural Competencies
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Fostering Language Acquisition and Intercultural Competence Through Authentic Literary Texts: The Use of Short Stories in ELT
The ability to develop targeted knowledge, skills and attitudes that lead to visible behavior and communication that are both effective and appropriate in intercultural interactions.
Published in Chapter: Fostering Language Acquisition and Intercultural Competence Through Authentic Literary Texts: The Use of Short Stories in ELT; From: Using Literature to Teach English as a Second Language
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Developing the AAMC Competencies With Pre-Health Professional Students Through the Use of the Intercultural Development Inventory
The ability to generate a new perspective, shift perspective, and adapt behavior to bridge differences in culturally appropriate ways.
Published in Chapter: Developing the AAMC Competencies With Pre-Health Professional Students Through the Use of the Intercultural Development Inventory; From: Handbook of Research on Developing Competencies for Pre-Health Professional Students, Advisors, and Programs
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Students' Perceptions Toward an International Telecollaboration Project Through an Engineering-Themed Online Simulation in a Language-Learning Setting
Ability to develop targeted knowledge, skills and attitudes that lead to visible behavior and communication that are both effective and appropriate in intercultural interactions.
Published in Chapter: Students' Perceptions Toward an International Telecollaboration Project Through an Engineering-Themed Online Simulation in a Language-Learning Setting; From: New Technological Applications for Foreign and Second Language Learning and Teaching
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Cross-Cultural Learning and Intercultural Competence
It, as a concept, has been explored and studied under different terms, such as cross-cultural effectiveness, cross-cultural adjustment, cross-cultural competence, intercultural effectiveness, intercultural competence, and intercultural communication competence. In the literature, the definition was theoretically and empirically inconsistent.
Published in Chapter: Cross-Cultural Learning and Intercultural Competence; From: Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technologies and Adult Education Integration
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A Study on the Intercultural Competence of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Training Teachers: A Comparative Analysis of a Decade
The ability to understand and take on board cultural concepts and behaviours which are linked to a language and show signs of identity of a particular society.
Published in Chapter: A Study on the Intercultural Competence of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Training Teachers: A Comparative Analysis of a Decade; From: New Approaches to the Investigation of Language Teaching and Literature
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COVID-19 Effects on Study Abroad Programming and International Student Influx in the U.S.: Problems and Possibilities
The ability to communicate effectively across cultures due to the acquisition of appropriate intercultural knowledge, attitude, and skills.
Published in Chapter: COVID-19 Effects on Study Abroad Programming and International Student Influx in the U.S.: Problems and Possibilities; From: Global Perspectives on the Internationalization of Higher Education
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Do Pre-Service Teachers Inherently Develop Intercultural Awareness on Placements?
the ability to think and act in interculturally appropriate ways.
Published in Chapter: Do Pre-Service Teachers Inherently Develop Intercultural Awareness on Placements?; From: Challenges of the Educational System in Contemporary Society
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Social Justice in Language Assessment: Intercultural Communicative Competence in the Celpe-Bras Exam
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Employer Perspectives on Virtual International Working: Essential Skills for the Globalised, Digital Workplace
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Reviewing Spanish Students' Responses to the Implementation of a Virtual Exchange Project in EFL Literature
Intercultural Competence (IC) denotes the proficiency to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, either domestically or internationally. Given the present-day globalized milieu, intercultural competence has emerged as an indispensable set of competencies in educational and occupational domains, both in virtual and face-to-face settings. Moreover, the ability to engage in productive interactions with individuals from distinct cultural milieus constitutes a valuable communication skill that aids in teamwork and conflict resolution.
Published in Chapter: Reviewing Spanish Students' Responses to the Implementation of a Virtual Exchange Project in EFL Literature; From: Telecollaboration Applications in Foreign Language Classrooms
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Integrating Multicultural Education Into English Language Teaching: Practical Examples for Language Teachers
The skill of showing an appropriate and flexible behavior in the settings with people from different cultures.
Published in Chapter: Integrating Multicultural Education Into English Language Teaching: Practical Examples for Language Teachers; From: Trends and Developments for the Future of Language Education in Higher Education
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A New Border Pedagogy: Rethinking Outbound Mobility Programs in the Asian Century
A set of attitudes, knowledge and skills that enable effective and appropriate communication in intercultural encounters.
Published in Chapter: A New Border Pedagogy: Rethinking Outbound Mobility Programs in the Asian Century; From: Handbook of Research on Study Abroad Programs and Outbound Mobility
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Educating Racially, Culturally, and Linguistically Diverse Children in a Global Era: The World at Home and at Home in the World
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As if in Their Shoes: Use of Virtual Reality to Enhance Faculty Intercultural Competence
It is the ability to function effectively across cultures, to think and act appropriately, and to communicate and work with people from different cultural backgrounds–at home or abroad.
Published in Chapter: As if in Their Shoes: Use of Virtual Reality to Enhance Faculty Intercultural Competence; From: Innovative Digital Practices and Globalization in Higher Education
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Beyond “Interculturalspeak”: The Need for More Critical Approaches to Intercultural Understanding in International Schools
Generally understood to mean the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that contribute towards one’s ability to interact effectively with others from different cultural backgrounds and in different cultural contexts.
Published in Chapter: Beyond “Interculturalspeak”: The Need for More Critical Approaches to Intercultural Understanding in International Schools; From: Handbook of Research on Critical Issues and Global Trends in International Education
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Students' Perceived Benefits of Short-Term Study Abroad Programs: A Case Study of Hong Kong Higher Education
A set of cognitive, affective, and behavioural skills and characteristics that supports effective and appropriate interaction in a variety of cultural contexts.
Published in Chapter: Students' Perceived Benefits of Short-Term Study Abroad Programs: A Case Study of Hong Kong Higher Education; From: Handbook of Research on Study Abroad Programs and Outbound Mobility
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Intercultural Competence for Teachers of Young ELLs
Intercultural competence refers to how individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures communicate and interact with others and become competent in acquiring a foreign language.
Published in Chapter: Intercultural Competence for Teachers of Young ELLs; From: Handbook of Research on Pedagogies and Cultural Considerations for Young English Language Learners
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Cultural Self-Study as a Tool for Critical Reflection and Learning: Integral Analysis and Implications for Pre-Service Teacher Education Programs
Intercultural competence development is defined as a lifelong process involving individual opportunities for ongoing reflection and assessment of cultural competence. Intercultural competence does develop consciously (Hillier & Wozniak, 2009 AU46: The in-text citation "Hillier & Wozniak, 2009" is not in the reference list. Please correct the citation, add the reference to the list, or delete the citation. ). Critical thinking plays an integral role in intercultural learning. Intercultural competence development, ultimately, involves acquiring attitudes, knowledge, skills and habits of mind for thinking and conducting oneself appropriately in different intercultural settings ( Deardorff, 2011 ).
Published in Chapter: Cultural Self-Study as a Tool for Critical Reflection and Learning: Integral Analysis and Implications for Pre-Service Teacher Education Programs; From: Handbook of Research on Promoting Cross-Cultural Competence and Social Justice in Teacher Education
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The Use of Student-Generated Videos and Intercultural Group Assessment to Promote Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Higher Education
The ability to function effectively across cultures, to think and act appropriately, and to communicate and work with people from different cultural backgrounds – at home or abroad.
Published in Chapter: The Use of Student-Generated Videos and Intercultural Group Assessment to Promote Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Higher Education; From: Handbook of Research on Fostering Social Justice Through Intercultural and Multilingual Communication
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Service-Learning Field Experiences to Build Intercultural Competence: Teaching and Learning on the U.S.-México Border
Educators’ ability to communicate and interact effectively, appropriately, and respectfully with people of all cultures and to change inequitable educational practices.
Published in Chapter: Service-Learning Field Experiences to Build Intercultural Competence: Teaching and Learning on the U.S.-México Border; From: Handbook of Research on Service-Learning Initiatives in Teacher Education Programs
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Between the Global Mindset and an Open Mind: Practical Insights Into Intercultural Competence in CBHE
The profound element in enlarging the cooperative engagement and supporting the active collaboration within the intercultural divergence. It becomes an important value in assisting the practical experts to commit and interact with the skillful abilities to stand back from personal identity to make aware of cultural values. The integrated motivation, knowledge and skills are required to ensure the well-arranged communication to support the cooperation appropriately and effectively in diversity with other cultures.
Published in Chapter: Between the Global Mindset and an Open Mind: Practical Insights Into Intercultural Competence in CBHE; From: Handbook of Research on Promoting Social Justice for Immigrants and Refugees Through Active Citizenship and Intercultural Education
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A Cognitive Style-Inclusive Approach as a Means of Learner-Centered EFL Teaching Mode Implementation
A range of skills and abilities that a person needs to acquire to communicate effectively with representatives of other cultures.
Published in Chapter: A Cognitive Style-Inclusive Approach as a Means of Learner-Centered EFL Teaching Mode Implementation; From: Handbook of Research on Curriculum Reform Initiatives in English Education
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Promotion of Internationalization of Teacher Education: A Case Study from Croatia
Comprises three major segments: (1) the ability to establish adequate communication and interaction with people of other cultures; (2) the ability to acquire intercultural attitudes, knowledge and skills i.e., a better understanding and respect for cultural diversity; and (3) the ability to implement effective behavior in other cultures i.e., intercultural sensitivity. Thus, the fundamental elements of intercultural competence are intercultural attitudes, knowledge and skills of interpretation, discovery and interaction, critical cultural awareness and political culture.
Published in Chapter: Promotion of Internationalization of Teacher Education: A Case Study from Croatia; From: Handbook of Research on Study Abroad Programs and Outbound Mobility
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Fostering Intercultural Competence in Higher Education: Designing Intercultural Group Work for the Classroom
A key competence of the 21 st century needed to interact with people from different cultural backgrounds.
Published in Chapter: Fostering Intercultural Competence in Higher Education: Designing Intercultural Group Work for the Classroom; From: Examining Social Change and Social Responsibility in Higher Education
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Chapter 10
The PETaL Approach to Bilingual and Intercultural Education in Early Childhood Education
It is the ability to interact effectively with people from cultures that we recognize as being different from our own (Guilherme, 2004, p. 297).
Published in Chapter: The PETaL Approach to Bilingual and Intercultural Education in Early Childhood Education; From: Teaching Practices and Equitable Learning in Children's Language Education
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Transparency in Language to Enhance Student Learning: Adaptation of TILT to the Indian Context
The ability of a person to communicate and work effectively with people from different backgrounds and be able to adapt oneself to different cultures.
Published in Chapter: Transparency in Language to Enhance Student Learning: Adaptation of TILT to the Indian Context; From: Integrating Transparency in Learning and Teaching (TILT): An Effective Tool for Providing Equitable Opportunity in Higher Education
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Chapter 23
Virtual Learning Environments for Culture and Intercultural Competence
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