Intercultural relations
Intercultural relations is a relatively new formal field of
social science studies. It deals with the ability to get along with others, especially those from a different cultural background.
Some of the main topics of study are
- reflection and development of intercultural competence
- analyzing different cultural patterns in the world
- finding strategies for adapting
- solving problems in intercultural communication
- teaching social skills to reduce cultural misunderstandings
- studying the lifelong impact of youth and other exchangess
See
Cultural diversity,
Ethnocentrism,
Transculturation.
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