International Teams: Switching Codes, Bridging Cultures, Navigating Communication.?

  • Typ: Seminar (S)
  • Lehrstuhl: Studium Generale. Forum Wissenschaft und Gesellschaft (FORUM)
  • Semester: WS 25/26
  • Zeit: Sa. 17.01.2026
    09:00 - 18:00, einmalig
    50.19 Seminarraum 2
    50.19 InformatiKOM 1 (1)


    Sa. 24.01.2026
    09:00 - 18:00, einmalig
    50.19 Seminarraum 2
    50.19 InformatiKOM 1 (1)

    Sa. 31.01.2026
    09:00 - 17:30, einmalig
    50.19 Seminarraum 2
    50.19 InformatiKOM 1 (1)

    Sa. 07.02.2026
    09:00 - 17:30, einmalig
    50.19 Seminarraum 2
    50.19 InformatiKOM 1 (1)


  • Dozent: Dr. Silvia Dehne
  • SWS: 2
  • LVNr.: 1130712
Inhalt

In todays globalized academic and professional environments, the ability to adapt ones communication style is crucial. This course explores how language, tone, and communication norms shift across disciplines such as science, business, and marketing — and how cultural backgrounds shape interaction in international teams. Through interactive exercises and real-world examples, participants will learn to identify and flexibly navigate contextual and intercultural communication challenges to foster clarity, collaboration, and influence.Participants gain competence in working in international teams.

Learning Outcomes

1. recognize communication differences across professional fields

2. understand the impact of cultural norms on communication

3. adapt communication style to diverse contexts and audiences

4. communicate professionally in international teams

1 - 2 LP

Good English language skills are required!

VortragsspracheEnglisch
Organisatorisches

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