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Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Assessing Intercultural Competence: The Case of EFL Pre-Service Teachers in The Mexican Context

Elizabeth Margarita Hernández-López, Patricia Núñez-Mercado, Lilia Sulema Bórquez-Morales
84-96
Abstract Views : 2880
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.974

Abstract: This research explores the intercultural competence of Mexican pre-service English language teachers, focusing on the dimensions of attitude, knowledge, skills of interpreting and relating, skills of discovery and interaction, and critical cultural awareness. Using a comprehensive model of intercultural competence as a theoretical framework, the study adapted a self-report questionnaire to assess these dimensions within a non-multicultural... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Linguistic and Semiotic Analysis of Memes with English and Arabic Humor Captions

Juhaina Maan Al-Issawi, Wajed Al Ahmad, Nasaybah Walid Awajan
115-133
Abstract Views : 5438
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.962

Abstract: This study aimed to examine memes from a linguistic and cultural perspective, focusing on humor expressed through English and Arabic captions in memes collected from Facebook and Instagram. Using a mixed-method approach that combined quantitative and qualitative methods, corpus linguistics was employed to collect 60 memes—30 Arabic and 30 English. The study sought to highlight the similarities and differences in the methods used to express... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Developing An Intercultural Competence Instrument In Foreign Language Teaching Context: A Study Of Chinese Students Of Spanish As A Foreign Language

Tzu Yiu Chen
44-55
Abstract Views : 2678
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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.84

Abstract: The present study aims to develop an intercultural competence (IC) instrument for Chinese students of Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL). In order to do so, we took steps to modify the statements and confirm the validity of the IC instrument. The new instrument was validated by using exploratory factor analysis through a self-report methodology. The results showed that the instrument possessed adequate validity and reliability. The 28-item... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Exploring Factors Affecting Reading Culture of First-Year Students At A Selected Institution of Higher Learning In South Africa

Madoda Cekiso
173-182
Abstract Views : 4270
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.932

Abstract: Prior research has shown that academic reading poses a significant challenge for university students. One of the primary explanations is the lack of a positive reading culture among university students. Several studies have demonstrated the positive and negative effects of various factors on reading cultures. Notably, some studies indicate that university students do not read books regularly, and their cultural surroundings discourage them... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Interpreting and Intercultural Mediation in Italian Healthcare Settings

Federico Farini
1-07
Abstract Views : 619
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10.36923/jicc.v13i3.662

Abstract: Sociolinguistic studies on dialogue interpretation suggest that the interpreters in healthcare settings play a double role: they interpret and coordinate communication: for this reason, interpreting is considered a form of intercultural mediation. Based on the analysis of 55 tape-recorded conversations in Arabic and Italian in public healthcare services in Italy, this article connects the forms of intercultural communication promoted by the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Interpreting, mediation and mediation in multilingual Basel Dealing with diversity and foreign language skills - survey among leaders of public institutions

Alexander Bischoff, Janine Dahinden
1-09
Abstract Views : 548
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10.36923/jicc.v8i1.450

Abstract: As European countries become more diverse, so do the client populations in public institutions. Switzerland has, like all modern societies, been affected by major cultural and social changes, characterised by a pluralisation of lifestyles, ways of life, languages and value systems. For Swiss society as a whole and for its public institutions, this raises questions about how this pluralistic society can be held together and, more specifically,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

How Do Chinese Street Food YouTubers Robustly Communicate Cross-Cultural Tourism Destination?

Zinggara Hidayat, Sansan Lestari Suwarno, Jane Marcella
49-69
Abstract Views : 3579
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.556

Abstract: : The street food content of YouTubers is an intercultural communication message to promote Chinese culture to viewers around the world.  This article aims to analyze cross-cultural interactivity in physical and online intercultural communication. The research uses a qualitative content analysis method continuously produced by non-Chinese-speaking YouTubers to communicate original Chinese culture to viewers outside China. The sample... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Organizational Culture

Emotional Culture, Communication Climate, and Creative Idea Withholding: A Curvilinear Perspective

Ahmad Adeel, Sajid Mohy-ud-din, Kaleem Ahmed, Kamel Dhay
39–51
Abstract Views : 361
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10.36923/jicc.v26i2.1441

Abstract: Creative idea withholding constitutes a significant yet insufficiently examined obstacle to organizational innovation, as unexpressed ideas cannot be evaluated or implemented. Although previous research has generally depicted emotional environments as uniformly advantageous for creativity and voice, recent perspectives indicate that emotional norms may also restrict expression by fostering self-censorship. Drawing on emotional culture theory,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Positioning of “Self” and “Other” in the Intercultural Art Communication: a Case Study on Chinese Reverse Glass Painting

Luxi Zhang
132-147
Abstract Views : 985
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1076

Abstract: The distinction between the Self and the Other is a foundational concept across disciplines such as sociology, philosophy, cultural studies, anthropology, and psychology. This study examines the dynamic processes by which individuals position the Self and the Other in intercultural communication, with particular focus on how people interpret artistic works from unfamiliar cultures through processes of categorization and identity assignment.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Domestication and Foreignisation in Translation Studies: A Bibliometric Analysis of WoS Core Journal Articles

Gang An
13-22
Abstract Views : 16008
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.933

Abstract: Translation plays a vital role in globalisation by acting as a bridge of cross-cultural communication. The current study investigated 232 published Web of Science (WoS) core journal articles on domestication and foreignisation concepts in translation studies in the past two decades through bibliometric analysis. Specifically, the evolution of the concepts with major research trends, burst detection, keyword timelines, and citation networks is... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Charting the Course: A Bibliometric Analysis of Emerging Trends in Communication and Resilience Research

Iis Mardiansyah, Sumardjo Sumardjo, Sarwititi Sarwoprasodjo, Tin Herawati
68-83
Abstract Views : 1545
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.916

Abstract: This study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the literature on Communication and Resilience from 1998 to 2023. This study explores research dynamics, publication growth, and emerging trends, with a focus on international collaboration and geographic distribution. The main objective of this research is to provide a holistic view of the evolution and future direction of the field of communication and resilience research, as... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

From Perceived Rise To Increased Visibility: Intercultural Communication And Visibility Regimes of School Bullying In Kazakhstan

Yermek Buribayev, Zhanna Khamzina
84-92
Abstract Views : 891
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1377

Abstract: Recent public debates in Kazakhstan increasingly frame school bullying as a growing problem. This study examines how this perception of increase is produced and interpreted within a bilingual Kazakh–Russian communicative context. Drawing on a qualitative corpus collected in 2025—comprising 18 focus group discussions, 100 semi-structured expert interviews, and 154 pre-discussion questionnaires—the study traces communicative repertoires and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

News Media Coverage of The South African BRICS Summit Through Indigenous Languages: A Framing Analysis of SABC Mafhungo X Account

Fulufhelo Oscar Makananise
17-28
Abstract Views : 4163
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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1006

Abstract: For several decades, the use of the internet to frame stories has posed significant challenges for conventional media houses globally, including in South Africa. Moreover, what remains largely unexplored is the impact of using Indigenous languages to cover international events on social media platforms in South Africa. To address this research gap, this study examines the framing strategies employed by the South African Broadcasting... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Interpreter as Cultural Mediator

Giovanna Pistillo
1011
Abstract Views : 876
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10.36923/jicc.v3i2.389

Abstract: This paper introduces the general scope and background of a doctoral research project on cultural mediation in business encounters mediated by an interpreter, and aims to show how the interpreter’s intercultural sensitiveness and competence can lead to better understanding between the two parties. The growing number of intercultural encounters that has followed globalisation and major immigration flows has led to rising interest in... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Cross-Cultural Competence in Health Care: Development and Evaluation of a Multiprofessional Training

Heide Lindtner-Rudolph, Vera Mohwinkel, Mike Mösko
237-249
Abstract Views : 2053
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1067

Abstract: Culturally and linguistically diverse patients face an increased risk of developing mental health disorders due to pre- and post-migration stress and are more likely to experience unequal medical treatment and higher rates of misdiagnosis, contributing to a persistent treatment gap. Cultural competence training has been shown to improve the quality of care for these patient populations. This study aimed to develop and implement a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Exploring Cultural Meaning Construction in Social Media: An Analysis of Liziqi's YouTube Channel

Jingfang Li, Hamedi Mohd Adnan, Jiankun Gong
01-12
Abstract Views : 9553
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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.237

Abstract: Hall's encoding/decoding model has been widely used in mass media, but its potential in social media studies has not been explored thoroughly. To this end, this paper aims to broaden the fundamental principles and assumptions of the model and apply them to audience engagement and interaction in constructing cultural meaning through social media. By analysing the YouTube channel of Liziqi (Vlogger), this study adopts a two-stage content... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Indigenous language preservation: A study of the Tshivenḓa speech community in South Africa

Phethani Progress Mudau, Itani Peter Mandende , Maria Mushaathoni
1-12
Abstract Views : 4521
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.969

Abstract: This sociolinguistic study explored the significance of language preservation through the use of indigenous forms of address by the Vhavenḓa in South Africa.  Indigenous forms of address are integral to the language and cultural identity of a society. Furthermore, they are indispensable in the preservation of the language and culture of any society. Ignoring the use of these forms of address can lead to language shift or even extinction. This... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

The Mediating Role of Normative Beliefs about Aggression on the Relationship between Violent Digital Games and Students’ Aggressive Behaviour

Mohammad Eneizat, Obaidah Alrababah, Mikhled Alnawafah
1-10
Abstract Views : 2640
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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.800

Abstract: Many adolescents are exposed to violent content in digital games due to their widespread use. Aggression among students is becoming more common throughout the world, including in Jordan. In light of this, the study explored how exposure to violent digital games influences students' aggression. Normative beliefs about aggression (NBAA) are also discussed based on the prediction that this variable mediates the relationships between violent... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Cultivating Intercultural Communicative Competence in Chinese General University Students Using the Triad-Layers Model

Zheng Yang, Wilawan Champakaew, Sasima Charubusp
1-13
Abstract Views : 2400
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1206

Abstract: Developing intercultural communicative competence among Chinese university students is essential in the era of globalization; however, disparities persist between ranked universities and general universities. While RUs benefit from extensive internationalization resources, general universities often lack structured intercultural communication instruction and opportunities due to resource disparities, prestige, or geographic constraints, and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Communication in International Humanitarian Relief: Profiling Ukrainian Boundary Spanners

Yana Diachkova, Sofiya Nikolaeva, Katherine Guertler
98-106
Abstract Views : 1895
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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1019

Abstract: Boundary spanning—the actions and roles individuals or organizations undertake to bridge differences and facilitate communication, collaboration, and understanding across diverse cultural, organizational, or geographical divisions—is an essential element of international cooperation. Set against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war, The purpose of this study is to explore the type of boundary spanning in this uncertain context, the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Mot nini Tradition: Dialogue with Ancestors in Noemuti Village

Inosensius Mokos, Virienia Puspita
88-99
Abstract Views : 1453
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.185

Abstract: This study aims to describe the dialogue with the ancestors in traditional events mot nini (burning candles), which is usually done by indigenous peoples in Noemuti Village, North Central Timor. The method that was used for this study is ethnographic analysis. The research used a qualitative research method by direct observation and interviews. The description of this study is also based on a realist ethnographic analysis. From the research... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Identifying and Resolving Conflicts Using Local Wisdom: A Qualitative Study

Jusmianti Garing, Winci Firdaus, Herianah Herianah, Muhammad Ridwan, Erniati Erniati, Satwiko...
69-81
Abstract Views : 2763
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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.156

Abstract: For a long time, Maluku civilization has been heterogeneous. It can be seen in differences in ethnicity, beliefs, language, and culture, creating conflicts. This research intends to identify and resolve conflicts utilizing local wisdom, particularly regional language, and cultural viewpoints. It is a descriptive qualitative study that adopts an ethnolinguistic perspective to analyze data. Data was collected through participatory observation... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Linguistics and Language

Online Pravda’s Communicative Intentions Regarding the War in Ukraine: A CDA-Based Study of the Website’s Opinion Articles

Mohammed El-Astal, Abdulaziz Al-Mutawa
26-36
Abstract Views : 1499
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.575

Abstract: This research paper, based on Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), aimed to uncover how the opinion articles published on Pravda.ru discursively depicted the war in Ukraine and the parties involved. To achieve this, two elements of CDA analysis, namely presupposition and structural opposition, were examined. The first element was scrutinized to determine how Pravda.ru depicted the war in Ukraine (RQ1), while the second element was analyzed to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

The Importance of Being Understood: Intercultural Communication in Social Professions as a Tightrope Walking

Sarah Ali Mohamed, Doris Lüken-Klaßen
110-120
Abstract Views : 1379
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1264

Abstract: Global migration continues to reshape demographic and societal landscapes, requiring close attention to refugee integration and the intercultural communication it demands. This study aims to understand how social professionals navigate intercultural encounters with refugee families in the context of family education and counselling. Using a qualitative longitudinal design, we conducted repeated expert interviews with professionals from 33... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Exploring the Translatability of the Figures of Speech: The Case of the English Translation of Qabbani’s Letter from Under the Sea

Mohammed Zagood
62-72
Abstract Views : 854
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1369

Abstract: Poetry is a form of literature that depends on artistic images to express emotions, feelings, attitudes, etc. It is, however, assumed that poetry is a difficult genre to translate, since some of the poet's feelings, emotions, and visualizations are untranslatable despite the translator’s professionalism and experience. This study aims to shed light on the translatability of the figures of speech in Moore’s  English translation of Qabbani’s... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Chinese Intercultural Competence Scale and the External Factors of Spanish as a Foreign Language

Tzu Yiu Chen
43-55
Abstract Views : 3236
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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.240

Abstract: The current study aimed to assess the intercultural competence (IC) of Chinese students of Spanish as a foreign language (SFL) using Chen's (2019) Chinese Intercultural Competence Scale (CICS), as well as to investigate which external factors influence the acquisition of IC in the field of SFL. The quantitative data from the study show that the participants' IC level was neither high nor low. Their level of IC was affected by age, study... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Reflective Journaling Exploring EFL Students' Ethnocentric Perspectives through Cultural Self-inquiry

Prikhodko Maria
1-11
Abstract Views : 549
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10.36923/jicc.v14i3.682

Abstract: The purpose of the study is to synthesize how reflective journal writing may facilitate English-as-a-foreign-language (EFL) students with exploring their ethnocentric framing of learning activities. The paper is divided into four sections. The first contextualizes EFL students in zone of proximal development (ZPD) to be able to internalize learning activities, and challenges with mediating support of interlocutors or cultural artifacts. The... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Wai in Thai Culture: Greeting, Status-Marking and National Identity Functions

Larry Powell, Jonathan Amsbary, Mark Hickson
1-07
Abstract Views : 1145
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10.36923/jicc.v14i1.669

Abstract: This study examined the role of the Wai from the perspective of people in Thailand. The Wai, the most common greeting used by natives of Thailand, consists of bringing one’s palms together while bowing or dipping one’s head. Data, gathered by having participants write an essay on the role of the Wai in Thailand, were subjected to content analysis. The analysis indicated that the Wai serves at least five functions in Thai society –... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Invisible Bridge: How Foreign Tourism Professionals Foster Bridging Social Capital in Japan

Renata Andrea Szabo
101-115
Abstract Views : 4062
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1082

Abstract: This study investigates the role of foreign tourism professionals in Japan as key agents of bridging social capital within the tourism industry. These individuals serve as cultural mediators, interpreting Japanese traditions, social norms, and practices for international audiences while facilitating connections between local communities and global visitors. The research adopts a participatory observation approach, in which the author... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Exploring the Impact of Culture in Five Communicative Elements Case of Intercultural Misunderstandings between Chinese and American

Xizhen Qin
1-13
Abstract Views : 953
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10.36923/jicc.v14i1.671

Abstract: Previous studies provide general and generic interpretations on cultural differences when interpreting misunderstandings in intercultural communication. In light of performance theory, a five-element model is proposed as a practical tool to analyze how cultural differences lead to misunderstandings. Supported by cases of misunderstanding in Chinese-American communication, this model shows that five key elements in intercultural communication:... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Globalisation or Glocalisation? Intercultural.....

Superficial Causes of AUM Theory Affect Uncertainty and Anxiety among Students in a High-Context Culture

Hui Wen Sun, Norliana Hashim, Jen Sern Tham , Rosmiza Bidin , Zhenyi Li
120-132
Abstract Views : 3391
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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.235

Abstract: International students in Malaysian universities face uncertainty and anxiety toward a multi-new culture, a must-encountered cultural shock. This study investigated the relationship between superficial causes of AUM theory and uncertainty and anxiety in a high-context culture. In this study, 388 international students from different faculties were chosen through a method called stratified random sampling, which sampled two public universities... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Globalisation or Glocalisation? Intercultural.....

Sustaining Intercultural Contact: Developing the Intercultural Communicative Competence of EFL Undergraduates in China

Yanping Zhou, Hafriza Burhanudeen
13-26
Abstract Views : 3565
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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.281

Abstract: This article explores intercultural contact as a pathway for the development of intercultural communicative competence (ICC) among EFL undergraduates in China during the post-pandemic era. Adopting an exploratory qualitative design with self-reports and focus group interviews as instruments, the challenges faced by EFL undergraduates in intercultural communication and intercultural contact pathways for ICC development were elicited with... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Re-Examining The Validity of Hofstede's Power Distance Dimension: A Cross-Cultural Comparison of Organizational Employees In Four Countries

Jung-Soo Yi
103-114
Abstract Views : 1237
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1312

Abstract: The present study examines the contemporary validity and applicability of Hofstede's power distance dimension. Since the introduction of Hofstede's cultural value framework in the early 1980s, cultural, social, political, and commercial relationships among countries have undergone substantial transformation. These changes may have influenced how individuals perceive and enact power relations across intercultural contexts, making a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Semiotic Analysis of Sundanese Culture Spells: Exploring Its Discursive Level and Cultural Connotation

Tatan Tawami, Lia Maulia Indrayani, Cece Sobarna, Susi Yuliawati
154-161
Abstract Views : 1839
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.515

Abstract: This paper presents a semiotic analysis focusing on the discursive level. This study investigates the figurative components, syntactical/grammatical features, and enunciative components of the signs embedded in Sundanese cultural spells, specifically Asihan Leugeut teuerup. A qualitative descriptive method was implemented to unveil the meanings and interpretations presented in the spells. The study discovered that: (1) the sign reference,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Integrating Intercultural Communication and Religious Tourism: A Phenomenology Study of Cultural Worship at Loang Baloq Tomb, Indonesia

Betty Tresnawaty, Enok Risdayah
116-131
Abstract Views : 2454
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1100

Abstract: This study explores the lived experiences of religious tourism and intercultural communication at the Loang Baloq Tomb in West Lombok, Indonesia—a sacred site where spiritual pilgrimage and local cultural practices converge. Using a phenomenological approach, the research investigates how visitors, caretakers, and community members interact, perform rituals, and make meaning within a shared sacred environment. Drawing on interviews with 25... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Developing Intercultural Competences in the Study-Abroad Programme Semester at Sea (SAS)

Claude-Hélène Mayer, Lynette Louw, Jeff Larsen
120-131
Abstract Views : 3772
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.644

Abstract: Semester at Sea is a US-American study abroad programme during which students spend a semester on a ship studying while visiting various countries. The purpose of this article is to determine the intercultural competence development in the students during the Fall voyage through a self-assessment questionnaire. The research is anchored in a post-positivistic research paradigm, using an intercultural competence survey questionnaire to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Persuasive Strategies In Advertisements on An Online Sales Platform: A Cultural Analysis In The Jordanian Context

Esraa Hantouleh, Sumaya Daoud, Marwan Jarrah
170-180
Abstract Views : 1258
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1305

Abstract: This qualitative study investigates the persuasive strategies employed in 100 textual advertisements on OpenSooq, a major online sales platform in Jordan. Guided by Beebe and Beebe’s (2013) model of persuasive communication, the analysis examines how credibility, emotional, and logical appeals are discursively realized in Jordanian digital contexts. Using thematic coding supported by ATLAS.ti, the findings show a marked preference for... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Power Dynamics as Reflected in Tshivenḓa Heritage Forms of Address: A Study From Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Phethani Progress Mudau
46-56
Abstract Views : 3832
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1088

Abstract: This sociolinguistic study explores the power dynamics reflected in Tshivenḓa heritage forms of address in the Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Power dynamics refer to the ways in which power is distributed, exercised, and negotiated within social relationships, organisations, and broader societal structures. They encompass how authority is allocated, how individuals or groups assert influence, and how power shifts or is... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections The Role of Artificial Intelligence...

Digitally Mediated Communication of Emojis By Visually Impaired Users: The Case of Sarcastic WhatsApp Messages

Fahad Alzahrani , Radwa Elshemy
58-65
Abstract Views : 2135
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.187

Abstract: In today’s digital age, emojis have come to compensate for the nonverbal cues that speakers use to communicate their attitudes or emotions as they speak, and hence become an essential element of online communication. In the realm of WhatsApp, where written conversations with an immediacy level close to that of spoken are supported, an ironic or sarcastic message is likely to be misunderstood, as it involves decrypting a meaning that often... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

A Multi-dimensional Rhythm Framework for Intercultural Experiences in Higher Education

Xian Zhao
153-164
Abstract Views : 678
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1393

Abstract: This article explores the experiences of Chinese postgraduate students in a UK university using the lens of rhythmanalysis. This study goes beyond intercultural interactional moments and examines how intercultural experience is organised through temporal, spatial, and emotional rhythms. The data were generated through narrative interviews with four students, and narrative rhythmanalysis was employed for analysis. Findings show that students’... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Use of Taboo Language in Tshivenḓa: Cultural Restrictions, Social Implications, and Changing Perspective

Mudau Mbulaheni
167-189
Abstract Views : 1463
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1148

Abstract: This study examines the use and perception of taboo language in Tshivenḓa-speaking communities, with a focus on how cultural norms, social expectations, and digital communication shape linguistic behaviour. The aim is to explore the social and generational dynamics influencing taboo expressions, particularly in the context of evolving communication norms brought about by modernisation and social media. Rooted in Sociolinguistic Theory, the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Public Administration

The Importance of Participatory Communication in Development Planning Deliberations for Agritourism Village Enhancement

Adhi Iman Sulaiman, Slamet Rosyadi, Waluyo Handoko, Masrukin Masrukin, Dindy Darmawati Putri,...
144-160
Abstract Views : 5205
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.246

Abstract: Previous research has focused on the implementation of Development Planning Deliberation (DPD) as a tool to improve development communication among stakeholders, but few have explored this issue in the context of democratization in rural economies. Success in DPD is often determined by the capacity and competence of human resources in the government sector, public service, administration, and socioeconomic empowerment. This study examines the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Analyzing “Threat” in Asylum Reception: Context, Materiality and Institutional Texts in High-Stakes Intercultural Communication

Eila Isotalus
58-71
Abstract Views : 1173
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10.36923/jicc.vi.1269

Abstract: Traditional theories of intercultural communication often overlook the multiplicity of interpretations and the influence of power, materiality, and institutional structures on everyday interactions. In high-stakes environments such as asylum reception, communication is shaped by broader political, economic, and social systems that structure both professional practices and interpersonal relations. This study examines how intercultural... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Journalistic Tactic and Intercultural Deficit: Post-publication Audience Engagement in a Finnish News Case Study

Ilkhom Khalimzoda, Shomaila Sadaf, Sanne van Oosten
131-144
Abstract Views : 1505
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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1025

Abstract: This study examines audience interaction under a Finnish news article on Facebook, scrutinizing the influence of clickbait headlines and their contribution to Intercultural divisions. Utilizing positioning theory and the concept of ‘othering,’ the research enriches our comprehension of media framing, post-publication gatekeeping, and audience conduct in the digital realm. The comment analysis indicates that the audience primarily reacts to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The social neuroscience of persuasion approach to the religious intercultural communication: A conceptual evidence from Sidhwa’s novel ‘An American Brat’

Muhammad Zammad Aslam, Ahmad Alsharairi, Sami Hussein Hakeem Barzani, Rasha Alyaqoub, Norhafezah...
1-11
Abstract Views : 2205
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.629

Abstract: The study aims to understand the influence of religio-cultural right-wing persuasion in intercultural communication, as exhibited in a novel representing Pakistani national culture and Parsee minority culture. The methodology involves directed qualitative content analysis of Bapsi Sidhwa’s novel “An American Brat,” using a conceptual model/framework adapting/extracting coding protocol from Morin and Renvoisé’s model to analyze communication... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

Developing Intercultural Competence in International Education: A Qualitative Study of Training Needs in Spanish SMEs

Marina AguarelesmBautista, Almudena Nevado-Llopis, Maria Luisa Sierra-Huedo
135-148
Abstract Views : 1269
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1266

Abstract: The international education sector requires professionals to collaborate daily with culturally diverse colleagues, clients, and partner institutions. While this diversity enriches organizational practice, it also generates recurring communication challenges that demand strong intercultural competence. In many Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), however, such competence is developed informally, without systematic training or... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Social Media Communication And Framing of The Gaza Conflict: Impact On Public Opinion

Ahmad Alsharairi, Hana Abdul-Rahman Al-Souob, Mohammad Farouq AlQadi, Sora Mohammad Shatnawi
73-82
Abstract Views : 6071
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1153

Abstract: This study investigates the framing of the Gaza conflict on social media in Jordan and its impact on public opinion. By employing qualitative methods, it explores the emotional, political, and ideological underpinnings of digital discourse through in-depth interviews with Jordanian social media users, journalists, and political analysts. The findings reveal that online conversations predominantly center on humanitarian and moral matters;... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Organizational Ethnography Analysis: Participation of Islamic Religious Leaders in Handling Covid-19 through Integrative Communication

Nurhayani Saragih, Suraya Mansur, Ellys Lestari Pambayun, Topikurohman Topikurohman
27-40
Abstract Views : 1744
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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.163

Abstract: This study aims to explain the participative actions of researchers (ethnographers) in synergising culture and values between Public Relations Officers from the Bogor City Government, West Java, Indonesia, and Islamic religious leaders in handling the Covid-19 pandemic through integrated communication. The research method used is organisational ethnography to identify and find sociocultural barriers between informants (public relations... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Perceived challenges living and integrating into Finnish society: A study among immigrants in Finland

Elvis Nshom, Shomaila Sadaf, Ilkhom Khalimzoda
31-42
Abstract Views : 5444
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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.82

Abstract: The number of immigrants living in Finland has significantly increased since the 1990s. It can be challenging to live and integrate into a new society. This study explores the challenges immigrants face living and integrating into Finnish society. Drawing on data collected from 103 immigrants living in Finland, this study shows that the challenges immigrants face integrating into Finnish society can be classified into four main categories:... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Conceptual Integration of Contextual Synonyms in Contemporary English Media Discourse

Iryna Kazymir, Nadia Yesypenko, Olga Soloviova, Olena Hnatkovska, Oksana Staryk
93-102
Abstract Views : 793
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1356

Abstract: Contextual synonymy plays a significant role in contemporary media discourse by shaping semantic emphasis and emotional framing through figurative lexical choices. While previous research has examined metaphorical and evaluative language within individual domains, systematic cross-discursive comparisons remain limited. This study investigates the mechanisms underlying the creation and functioning of contextual synonyms in medical, political,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Global English versus local language during a sojourn abroad: A narrative study

Anna Szczepaniak-Kozak, Emilia Wąsikiewicz-Firlej, Hadrian Lankiewicz
53-63
Abstract Views : 3325
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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.58

Abstract: This paper investigates the interplay between language and intercultural communication with a special focus on the importance of working knowledge of foreign languages other than English for a satisfactory experience during longer sojourns abroad. Its authors present a revised understanding of the role of lingua franca English and a local language (here Polish) in intercultural relationships, especially the crucial influence of local... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Education Intercultural Management

Analysis of Intercultural Bilingual Education In Indigenous Communities: A Case Study In Regular Basic Education

River Chávez Santos, Yuri Reina Marín, Einstein Sanchez Bardales, Omer Cruz Caro, Angelica María...
218-236
Abstract Views : 3892
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1138

Abstract: Intercultural Bilingual Education (IBE) seeks to provide an educational experience that respects and values the cultural and linguistic diversity of indigenous peoples. This study aimed to analyze the implementation of IBE across initial, primary, and secondary education levels in indigenous communities of the Amazon region. A qualitative methodology was employed, involving interviews with teachers at all three educational levels,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Research into Intercultural Communicative Competence: A Model Test

Ali Asghar Ghasemi, Moussa Ahmadian
75-87
Abstract Views : 2700
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.75

Abstract: This study intended to propose a model of intercultural communicative competence integrating international posture, L2 motivational self-system, autonomy, and cognitive learning strategies. To do so, 180 EFL learners in the Iranian EFL context, selected by convenience sampling procedure, participated in the study. The findings, derived from structural equation modeling, showed that the model adequately fits to the data. That was discussed... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Linguistic And Sociocultural Adaptability In The Emergency And Rescue Field

Dalal S. Almubayei
183-201
Abstract Views : 1205
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1136

Abstract: This study investigates Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Kuwait, with a particular focus on the cultural awareness and communication adaptability of paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). EMS professionals routinely engage with patients from diverse sociocultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds, complexities that are further heightened by the urgent, high-pressure nature of emergency care. Given Kuwait’s unique... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Navigating Digital Resilience: High-Skilled International Migrants’ WeChat Use During The 2022 COVID-19 Shanghai Lockdown

Diandian Huang, Bei Ju
131-141
Abstract Views : 524
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1417

Abstract: The enabling and constraining roles of social media in crises motivate a dynamic approach to examining digital resilience, inherent in the interplay between technological properties and enabling conditions. To expand the literature on how migrant groups navigate digital resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, this study uses the concept of affordances as an analytical lens to examine how high-skilled international migrants in China used... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Evaluating Multicultural Educational Experiences and Intercultural Communication Competence in an Arab Context

Fahed Al-Sumait, Marta Tryzna , Mariam Alkazemi, Edward L. Boone
64-74
Abstract Views : 3847
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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.59

Abstract: As an expatriate-majority state with a diverse multicultural and multilingual environment, Kuwait offers a distinctive opportunity for examining intercultural communication competence (ICC). This study examines the extent to which cognitive, affective, and behavioral predispositions toward ICC are present within the context of higher education by examining multilingual student populations at three local universities. Using survey data from... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Organizational Culture

How Culture Is Communicatively Constituted In Intercultural Healthcare Organizations: Leadership Sensegiving, Knowledge Sharing, And Employee Innovation

Ahmad Adeel, Ghulam Hussain, Ahmad Aziz Sheikh
32-43
Abstract Views : 771
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1409

Abstract: Healthcare organisations are increasingly intercultural workplaces in which leadership, knowledge sharing, and innovation are shaped through ongoing communicative negotiation across cultural differences. However, much existing research treats culture as a static background condition and under-theorises how leadership communication constitutes organisational realities. Drawing on intercultural communication theory, the communicative... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

An Analysis of the Arabic-English Translation of Culture-Specific Items in Al Shehhi 'Uncle Sam & Myself'

Mohammed Zagood
13-24
Abstract Views : 5911
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.138

Abstract: People speak different languages across the globe and belong to different cultures, but they still need to communicate. People of discrete cultures think differently and use various concepts and expressions across languages. Such differences appear in literature and are expressed through culture-specific items (CSIs). This study analyzes the CSIs in Al Shehhi’s أنا و العم سام /?na: wa l؟am sa:m/ (2016) and its English translation, ‘Uncle Sam... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Cultural Difference In Nonverbal Expressivity Is Moderated By The Extent of Subjective Self-Construal: A Two-Study Examination Targeting Japanese And Korean Individuals

Youngsun Yuk, Mariko Kikutani
142-152
Abstract Views : 674
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1389

Abstract: This research comprises two studies that examined cultural differences in nonverbal expressivity between Japan and Korea. While prior research has highlighted East–West contrasts, less attention has been given to distinctions within collectivistic cultures. Employing the psychological construct of self-construal (subjective, objective, and autonomous selves), which is thought to distinguish Japanese and Korean cultures, we investigated how... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Management

The Strategic Role of Artificial Intelligence in Overcoming Intercultural Barriers for SME Internationalization: A Systematic Literature Review

Israr Ahmad
148-163
Abstract Views : 3652
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1065

Abstract: In the era of digital globalization, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly challenged by intercultural communication barriers as they expand into international markets. Simultaneously, advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) offer unprecedented opportunities to overcome such barriers by enhancing linguistic, cultural, and behavioral adaptation. This systematic literature review integrates findings from 131 studies at... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Forced-Migrant Women’s Intercultural Communicative Competency Development in German as a Second Language

Bohdana Heick (Labinska), Daniel Walter
1-11
Abstract Views : 704
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10.36923/jicc.v26i2.1420

Abstract: The development of Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) has become a central component of successful second language (L2) use and social participation for all L2 learners. This is especially relevant for minoritized groups and forced migrants (i.e., refugees), as the social spaces they navigate produce challenges that traditional L2 learners may not face, and the stakes for their ability to effectively communicate are extremely high,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

RETRACTED ARTICLE: User Experience–Driven Design of a Digital Bamboo Weaving Interface for Intangible Cultural Heritage Preservation

Ziwei Yu, Yuandi Jiang, Kalyna Pashkevych, Zheng Wei, Zhiyun Du
47-57
Abstract Views : 1867
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10.36923/jicc.vi.1204

Abstract: Most existing digital platforms for Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) suffer from low user engagement, limited interactivity, and insufficiently emotional or immersive content, factors that hinder their potential to sustain and promote traditional crafts. This study designs and evaluates a culturally informed bamboo weaving interface for ICH by integrating the Garrett User Experience (UX) Model with selected visual communication principles.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Negotiating Cultural Values in Pesantren as Islamic Educational Institutions: A Case Study from Eastern Indonesia

Onok Yayang Pamungkas, Eko Suroso, Suhanah Suhanah, Novita Siswayanti, Adi Fathul Qohar, Titi...
73– 83
Abstract Views : 591
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1258

Abstract: This study examines the negotiation of cultural values in Lombok Islamic boarding schools through an intercultural perspective. Its main focus is to analyze how pesantren become an intercultural space for negotiating cultural diversity amid modernization, using Bourdieu's theory. A qualitative approach with critical ethnographic methods was used. Data were collected from 36 participants, in-depth interviews with key informants, and document... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Ostensible Commissive Speech Acts In Saudi Spoken Arabic: Socio-Pragmatic Functions

Hameed Yahya A. Al-Zubeiry , Mohammed Ahmed Alzahrani
74-87
Abstract Views : 4053
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1074

Abstract: This study examines the sociopragmatic functions of ostensible commissive speech acts in Saudi spoken Arabic, focusing on invitations and offers. Using a mixed-methods approach that combined participant observation and recall interviews, we analyzed 58 naturally occurring instances through the lenses of speech act theory, politeness theory, and the joint pretense model. The findings reveal eight core communicative functions: signaling... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

Intercultural Competence of Social Service Professionals Working with Migrants: Voices from Poland

Anna Linka
121–134
Abstract Views : 1204
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1298

Abstract: Growing migration to Poland over the past decade has heightened the need for social service professionals to work effectively with culturally diverse populations. Although intercultural competence has been widely theorised in Western contexts, its application within Central and Eastern European institutional settings remains underexplored. This study seeks to examine how intercultural competence is understood and enacted by Polish social... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Re-examining Intercultural Competence in Mainland China through Actor-Network Theory

Yingying Ye
61-72
Abstract Views : 1599
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1194

Abstract: This study advances a re-conceptualization of intercultural competence as an emergent, relational practice constituted within dynamic networks of interaction. Employing a conceptual methodology informed by Actor-Network Theory (ANT), it proposes a perspective that considers both human and non-human actors/actants, including technological artifacts, semiotic and linguistic resources, institutional structures, and spatial-material... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Multicultural Synergy and Team Performance: The Mediating Role of Cultural Integration In Malaysian Universities

Kavitha Balakrishnan, Ajitha Angusamy, Hafizul Amin Ngatlia, Miza Izwanis Mangso, Krishnaveni...
44-61
Abstract Views : 993
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1286

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between team performance and subjective well-being in multicultural organizational contexts, and the mediating role of cultural integration in these relationships. Existing research highlights that understanding well-being is essential in enhancing team outcomes, yet limited studies have explored this link across diverse work settings. These findings support using well-being as a significant predictor when... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Elements of Spiritual Leadership and its Relations to Leadership Communication in Imran Khan’s Speeches at International Forums

Muhammad Zammad Aslam, Norhafezah Yusof, Mohd. Khairie Ahmad
56-67
Abstract Views : 3733
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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.250

Abstract: The study employs Western spiritual leadership theories yet is supposed to be from an Asian-Pakistani perspective. Associating Imran Khan’s (IK) political communication with these spiritual leadership theories would transform them into the eastern-cum-Asian context. IK and other world leaders may communicate distinctively in public interaction. Because political/religious leaders in Pakistan frequently utilise religious references in their... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

"For Them, The Hijab Means Dangerous Arabs" – Between Policy And Practice: Challenges In Implementing The Integration Of Arab Teachers In Hebrew Schools

Dolly Eliyahu-Levi, Avi Gvura
127-139
Abstract Views : 1641
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1186

Abstract: This study investigates the challenges associated with implementing the Israeli Ministry of Education’s policy to integrate Arab female teachers into Hebrew-speaking schools, guided by Social Identity Theory and Realistic Conflict Theory. Employing a qualitative-phenomenological approach, the research is based on semi-structured, in-depth interviews with 23 teachers (14 Jewish and 9 Arab) working across various levels of the Hebrew education... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Reducing Ethnocultural Bias in Assessing Students’ Intercultural Competence: An Emic-Etic Approach

Susan Goldstein
18-29
Abstract Views : 4417
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1069

Abstract: Intercultural competence (ICC) is now widely recognized as essential to living and working in an increasingly globalized and multicultural world. As a result, considerable attention and resources are devoted to programs for enhancing and assessing ICC, particularly within post-secondary institutions. Concomitantly, these efforts have spurred a massive increase in the volume of publications focused on fostering students’ ICC.  Yet, recently,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Respect For Race and Culture In a Modern Feminist Society: An Analysis of Beauty Product Advertising Messages on Instagram

Zinggara Hidayat, Amanda Lasha Budiman, Yudi Pratama, Shinta Mursiati Annisa, Desri F. N....
82-94
Abstract Views : 4493
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.114

Abstract: This research aims to analyze how beauty brands communicate their messages through Instagram advertisements and determine whether Indonesian beauty standards have changed. This research uses a qualitative approach because it is still uncommon for a qualitative approach that analyzes how and why messages are formulated in beauty advertising. This research also uses a semiology analysis method to explore the meaning of communication messages... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Delivering A Good Speech by Identifying the Interpersonal Meaning Found in Joe Biden’s Victory Speech: A Case on Systemic Functional Linguistics

Herman Herman, Nanda Saputra, Magdalena Ngongo, Endang Fatmawati
65-73
Abstract Views : 3491
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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.77

Abstract: This research aims to classify the interpersonal meaning in Joe Biden’s victory speech. It is an interesting phenomenon because by revealing the interpersonal meaning, people can be assisted to be successful in communication. The researchers used a qualitative research design to answer the research question and chose content analysis since the results of data analysis were in descriptive phenomena, such as words, clauses, and utterances. The... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

Knowing Otherwise: Affective Actions In Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice

Nuntiya Doungphummes, Mark Vicars, Mathuros Tipayamongkholgul
101-109
Abstract Views : 1068
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1255

Abstract: Reflexivity, the critical self-examination of one’s role in the research process, has become increasingly central as researchers navigate positionality, power, and methodological bias when working across diverse sociocultural and linguistic contexts. Yet, intercultural research often overlooks the affective, relational, and embodied dimensions of collaboration that shape how knowledge is produced. This paper examines how transnational,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Notion of Misunderstanding in Intercultural Communication

Volker Hinnenkamp
1-13
Abstract Views : 1191
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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.350

Abstract: Misunderstanding (MU) is a central working category in Intercultural Communicaton (ICC) studies. Generally speaking, MUs have gained the role of a raison-d'être for studying ICC, in particular under the premise that the communication in question is between cultural others, thus transforming MU into intercultural MU. In other studies, conflicts, uncomfortable moments, and miscontextualization in terms of sociocultural knowledge become... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

An Intercultural Communication Management Framework For Culturally Diverse Organisations

Maria Mushaathoni
23-33
Abstract Views : 6446
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1227

Abstract: In the context of increasing globalisation and workforce diversity, organisations face growing challenges in fostering effective intercultural communication, collaboration, and cohesion among employees from varied cultural backgrounds. Poor intercultural communication can lead to conflict, misunderstanding, and decreased organisational performance. This study aims to propose a comprehensive Intercultural Communication Management Framework... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Studying English Among Economics Students in the Context of Global Cross-Cultural Communication

ZuoYuan Liu, Ainash Alzhanova, Aizhan Smailova, Olga Pavlovskaya, Olga Sakhno
250-265
Abstract Views : 1162
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10.36923/jicc.vi.1141

Abstract: The primary objective of any Business English course is to equip learners with the communicative competence required for professional environments. Accordingly, this study aimed to design and evaluate a technology-enhanced educational intervention to improve Business English proficiency among undergraduate economics students. Employing an action research methodology, the study was supported by post-tests, student surveys, and descriptive... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Sustainable Digital Conservation of Local Performing Arts: A Model for Preservation, Innovation, and Audience Engagement

Long Cai, Ratanachote Thienmongkol, Ruethai Nimmoi
140-154
Abstract Views : 1499
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1174

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate how digital technology integration, community participation, and innovation in performance formats influence the sustainable digital conservation of local performing arts, with a specific focus on Choy Li Fut martial arts. It also explored the mediating role of perceived authenticity and the moderating effect of digital literacy in enhancing preservation effectiveness and audience engagement. A quantitative... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Intercultural Communication

Incorporating Islamic Values Through Arabic Redubbing of the Animated Television Series "Detective Conan"

Linda S. Al-Abbas, Ahmad S Haider
41-56
Abstract Views : 3986
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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.186

Abstract: Among the animated series that became very popular and witnessed tremendous success in the Arab world is the Japanese Detective Conan, which was first dubbed in 1998 and redubbed in 2013 to convey Islamic values. However, the re-dub did not attract wide viewership and remained infamous among the Arabic anime community. This study is an attempt to investigate the differences between the two versions with a particular emphasis on technical... [...] Read more

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