Global Culture, Technology & Human Relationships

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This course is designed to help you meet the challenges of living in a global digital economy, a world in which, increasingly, you will be expected to interact with people who may not be like you in fundamental ways. We are living in a century with connectivity as its currency and mobility as a passage for personal and professional success. The overarching focus in the course is on helping you become more sensitive to cultural differences, and to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to interact across cultures. We study cultural factors subject to variance and the communication approaches needed to effectuate meaningful business, diplomatic, and humanitarian interactions. Attention paid to communication strategies, technological tools, personal diplomacy, new media, and business practices and customs across cultural borders. Classroom Hours- Laboratory and/or Studio Hours- Course Credits 3-0-3 Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: Take one course in each group: Group 1 (FCWR 101 or FCWR 111 or WRIT 101 or WRIT 111) and Group 2 (FCWR 151 or FCWR 161 or WRIT 151 or WRIT 161) Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: