Teaching Intercultural Communication: ICT Resources and Best Practices

Abstract

Intercultural training has gained prominence in recent years due to the fact that the need for communication skills in the context of international encounters has become more widely acknowledged. The curricula of business schools, as well as the curricula of cultural studies programmes, have integrated courses on intercultural communication as part of the academic offer that promises to train students for their future work place. However, more than a work-related skill, intercultural communication can be envisioned as a life skill which allows one to function effectively in his or her day-to-day activities. This article is an overview of some ICT resources that can be used in intercultural training, and it gives examples of good practice from the author's teaching practice.