Abstract
Intercultural communication apprehension (ICA) is conceptualized as the fear or anxiety associated with either real or anticipated interaction with people of different groups, especially cultural and ethnic and/or racial groups. Based on this conceptualization, two scales were developed, including the Personal Report of Intercultural Communication Apprehension (PRICA) and the Personal Report of Interethnic Communication Apprehension (PRECA). In Study I, the initial scales consisted of 16 items each and were administered to 396 participants. Factor analyses reveal a unidimensional factor structure and high reliabilities for both scales. Construct validity measures were also administered in Study I. In Study II, modified versions of both scales along with criterion‐related validity items were administered to 369 participants. Factor analyses confirmed the unidimensional factor structure of both scales. Responses to the predictor items indicate that both scales possess criterion‐related validity.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
