COM 201 - Com&Relationships/East Asian

(4 credits)

Significant differences in communication behavior and its underlying cultural premises between members of Eastern Asian societies and the West present daunting relational challenges in the context of globalization. To prepare students for these challenges, this course offers both conceptual and practical understandings of communication and culture in three major societies in East Asia - China, Korea, and Japan. The knowledge and skills gained from this course will not only furnish greater cultural understanding but also enable students to communicate and interact more effectively in global settings. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.

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