An Introduction to Intercultural Communication: Identities in a Global Community, now in its 9th Edition, provides a comprehensive framework for understanding how to navigate and communicate within an increasingly complex global landscape. Authored by award-winning professor Fred E. Jandt, this edition integrates significant contemporary global events—including the rise of nationalism and major migration crises—into core communication theories. By exploring the intersections of history, culture, and popular media, the text equips readers with the essential skills needed to function effectively across diverse cultural boundaries.
The book emphasizes the power of personal stories and self-reflection in developing intercultural competence. Each chapter features updated material on the influence of social media and provides extensive real-world examples drawn from recent international news. This approach helps students connect abstract concepts to their own lives and the world around them, fostering a deeper understanding of identity in a globalized society.
Book Details:
- Author: Fred E. Jandt
- Edition: 9th
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 150636165X
- ISBN-13: 978-1506361659
- Publication Date: November 9, 2017