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This introductory textbook approaches the study of intercultural communication from the field of international studies, focusing on issues of power, conflict, cooperation, and diplomacy. In our increasingly global world, the need for effective intercultural and international communication has become key for nations, groups, or individuals to move from conflict to cooperation and to resolve political power issues in a culturally diverse environment. In this text, the authors focus on the notion of mindful communication, which requires knowledge of diplomacy, politics, and economy as well as an understanding of cultural issues. After introducing key theories and concepts, the text examines the contemporary approaches to the study of intercultural communication before discussing processes and technologies. The last section looks at ethical issues relating to human rights, respecting cultures, and the role of intercultural communication in the future of the global community. Addressing undergraduate students in international relations, international studies, and intercultural communication, the book provides many examples drawn for world current affairs, politics, and diplomacy, from health care to the global financial crisis. Each chapter also features questions for review and further discussion, a case study exercise, and further references.

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Comprehensive, Informative, Compelling! This book is a must for anyone engaging in interdisciplinary research, conducting diversity training, or teaching courses in cross-cultural awareness and understanding. Valarie Greene King, Ph.D., Director, Office of Diversity Initiatives, University of Central Florida, USA

Sadri and Flammia have authored an excellent text on the topic of intercultural communication. It is a work that effectively addresses both theoretical and applied approaches to the subject and spans a range of disciplinary practices associated with examining intercultural communication. The comprehensive coverage of intercultural communication, in combination with the highly readable style of the text, make it an excellent primer for anyone interested in the topic area, be that person an academic researcher, an industry practitioner, or a university or college educator. Kirt St. Amant, Associate Professor of Technical and Professional Communication and Associate Professor of International Studies East Carolina University.

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Madelyn Flammia is Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida, USA. She has published several journal articles and has led workshops for corporations on cultural sensitivity, international technical communication, and intercultural communication. Houman A. Sadri is Associate Professor of International Relations at the University of Central Florida, USA. An expert in foreign affairs, he has published several articles and books, including Revolutionary States: Leaders and Foreign Relations (Praeger, 1997). Dr. Sadri also serves as a consultant for the U.S. State Department, Department of Defense, and other agencies.

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