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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

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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 Intercultural Communication

Acculturative Stress and Socio-Demographic Influences: A Comparative Study of Asian and African International Students in China

Flemmings Fishani Ngwira, Hanna Yeshinegus Adamseged, Wellman Kondowe

191-199

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.990

Abstract: International students often face challenges in adapting to new living and learning environments. This study investigated the levels of acculturative stress and its contributing factors among Asian and African international students in five internationally recognized universities in Wuhan, Hubei. A total of 243 students participated in the study, completing a questionnaire based on an adapted version of the Acculturative Stress Scale for... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Effects of YouTube Culture on Academic Performance among Students in Jordan: A Structural Equation Modeling Study

Mohammed Habes, Muhammad Noor Al-Adwan, Ali Fayyad Al Rabat Al Rabat, Ghalib Ali Shatnawi,...

56-65

Abstract Views : 11717

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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.38

Abstract: The global technological transformation has greatly changed and improved almost every part of our life. Notably, today, social media influences us even for the basic necessities of life, such as education. By keeping the importance of social media in education, this research also focuses on the effects of YouTube culture in improving students' academic performance in Jordan. The researchers used Structural Equation Modeling (SEM)as the study... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Comparative Study of the Utilization of Social Media by Indigenous Religious Organizations in Indonesia: The Cases of Paguyuban Budaya Bangsa and Lalang Rondor Malesung

Wiwik Novianti, Agoeng Noegroho, Muhammad Yamin, Leviane J.H. Lotulung, Desmiwati Desmiwati

30-45

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1032

Abstract: This study explores the use of social media by indigenous religious organizations in Indonesia to preserve cultural identity and teachings amidst the challenges of the digital era. Focusing on two contrasting cases—Paguyuban Budaya Bangsa (PBB) in Central Java and Lalang Rondor Malesung (Laroma) in North Sulawesi—the research examines how each organization approaches digital adaptation within its social and cultural context. PBB, with its... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Exploring the Persuasiveness of Valenced Fake News: A Construal-Level Theory Perspective

Olga Novoselova, Judit Simon, Ildikó Kemény, Lóránt Dénes Dávid

156-172

Abstract Views : 973

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.958

Abstract: This study explores how fake news messages impact readers’ perceptions of credibility. By combining valenced framing and construal-level theory, the research examines how temporal, spatial, and mental construal dimensions can moderate the relationship between fake news and credibility. A quantitative method was adopted, applying repeated-measures ANOVA analysis. To measure framing effects, 16 negative and 16 positive fake news stories about... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Intergroup Contact, Perceived Attitudes, and Immigrants’ Attitudes Towards Locals: The Case of Immigrants Living in Finland

Elvis Nshom

146-154

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.140

Abstract: Research on immigrant-host attitudes in Finland has flourished significantly over the past two decades. However, most of this research has focused on Finnish attitudes towards immigrants. Studies that examine immigrants’ perception of the type of attitudes Finns have towards immigrants and immigrants’ own attitude toward Finns are hard to come by. This study examines the relationship between intergroup contact and the perception immigrants... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Management

Adoption of Business Intelligence Among Iraqi SMEs Culture: Impact of Technology Acceptance Model, Information Quality, And Organizational Readiness

Shuaib M. Abdulnabi

32-43

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.833

Abstract: Effective use of business intelligence has become essential for small and medium-sized organizations (SMEs) in the era of digitalization due to the introduction of new technologies. Therefore, this study aims to measure the influence of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and other factors, for example, the quality of information, organization readiness and technology infrastructure, on business intelligence. A quantitative research... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Communication Apprehension, Self-Perceived Communication Competence, and Willingness to Communication in Singapore

Stephen M. Croucher, Dale Hample, Diyako Rahmani, Kari Sakkinen

1-12

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10.36923/jicc.v16i1.708

Abstract: Based in the assertion that different cultures value aspects of communication differently, this study explored the position of Singapore on the continuum of communication apprehension (CA), self-perceived communication competence (SPCC), and willingness to communicate (WTC). Responses were obtained from 209 self-identified ethnic-Chinese born in Singapore and 105 Malay immigrants. The results revealed ethnic-Chinese to have low self-reported... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Vietnamese Perceptions of (Im)politeness through Their Narratives of Medical Encounters with Native English-Speaking Doctors during Postgraduate Study abroad

Dr. Pham Thi Hong Nhung, Thai Thi Thanh Tuyen

34-46

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10.36923/jicc.vi.1259

Abstract: This study examines how Vietnamese postgraduate students interpret (im)politeness during clinical consultations with doctors in English-speaking countries. Drawing on narrative reflective reports from 14 Vietnamese university academics who completed their doctoral studies in TESOL and Applied Linguistics abroad, the research analyzes participants’ retrospective accounts of critical medical encounters in which they evaluated native... [...] 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

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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

Intercultural Communication and Ethnic Identity

Jelena Durovic

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v8i1.452

Abstract: This study’s main objective was to identify reactions triggered when individuals partaking in an intercultural communication interaction believe that there is a discrepancy between the way they identify themselves ethnically and the way they are perceived. In addition, I examined how their reactions can influence the interactions in question. The study showed that reactions caused by perceived misconceptions of one’s ethnic identity are... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

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

Zinggara Hidayat, Sansan Lestari Suwarno, Jane Marcella

49-69

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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 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 : 8149

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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 Special Collections Understanding Creativity: Role of Psychological...

Linking Gender To Creativity: Role of Risk Taking and Support For Creativity Towards Creative Potential of Employees

Dini Turipanam Alamanda, Adel Ahmed, Dedy Achmad Kurniady, Agus Rahayu, Israr Ahmad, Nik Alif...

1-17

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.219

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to lay its prime focus on the support for creativity that defines the self-analysis of creative capabilities and potential among men and women. Benefitting from the cross-level interactionist perspective, social role theory, and role congruity theory, this research developed an integrated multilevel model to examine gender differences in risk-taking behavior and determine how the contextual factor of support for... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Semantic Priming in the Process of Learning English: Peculiarities of Bilinguals and Monolinguals

Svitlana Romanchuk, Nataliia Yuhan, Alina Chernyakova, Mykhailo Torchynskyi, Anatolii Vysotskyi

121-130

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1013

Abstract: The Publisher has retracted this article in agreement with the Editor-in-Chief. Upon investigation, it was found that the submission involved fraudulent practices and unauthorized third-party involvement in the whole editorial process. Additionally, a third party was also involved in issuing the fake acceptance letter in PDF format. The journal has no affiliation with any third-party agent involved. This retraction is made in accordance with... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Elaboration of Underpinning Methods and Data Analysis Process of Directed Qualitative Content Analysis for Communication Studies

Rasha Alyaqoub, Ahmad Alsharairi, Muhammad Zammad Aslam

108-116

Abstract Views : 4065

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.573

Abstract: Directed qualitative content analysis (QCA) is a qualitative analysis method that has been recently explained and employed practically by a few researchers at the international level. They employed it deductively in most cases, primarily within qualitative research guidelines. In contrast to the inductive method, which starts with a general hypothesis and builds upon it as it gathers data, the deductive method, also known as the directed... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Organizational Culture

Promotive Voice, Leader-member Exchange, and Creativity Endorsement: The Role of Supervisor-Attributed Motives

Israr Ahmad, Ramayah Thurasamy, Ahmad Adeel, Bushra Alam

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.121

Abstract: Employee voice is perceived as an approach with both significant advantages and disadvantages. The current study aims to analyse the behaviours of supervisors when endorsing the ideas of employees who raise promotive voices and consider the employees positively for the development of quality relationships. Specifically, 970 employees were recruited from various small and medium enterprises (SMEs), including manufacturing and electronics... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Gender Studies

Analysis of Gender Discourse Bias and Gender Discrimination in Social Media: A Case Study of the TikTok Platform

Qingxia Yin, Karmilah Binti Binti Abdullah

93-102

Abstract Views : 14378

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.802

Abstract: In the contemporary landscape of new media, social media platforms, particularly exemplified by TikTok, offer female users accessible and cost-effective means for self-expression and communication. However, this study reveals that such platforms, despite their apparent openness and liberality, have not effectively challenged or changed the persistent and deep-rooted issue of gender discrimination that women face. This research adopts a... [...] 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 : 4965

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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 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 : 896

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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 Intercultural Communication

Analysis of EFL elementary textbooks in Syria and Germany: cognitive, affective and procedural aspects in their inter-cultural context

Ali Saud Hasan, Volker Raddatz

1-12

Abstract Views : 431

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10.36923/jicc.v8i2.458

Abstract: This study attempts to explore and compare the cognitive, affective and procedural aspects of EFL elementary textbooks in Syria and Germany. It analyses a corpus which consists of three Syrian elementary textbooks, Starters I-III , and their German counterparts, Kooky I-II . Based on the paradigmatic change from instructivism to constructivism, a descriptive-analytical approach is used to examine the content-material in terms of... [...] 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 : 1284

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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 Education

A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Teacher Confirmation and Student Motivation in China, Korea, and Japan

Tingting Shen, Stephen M Croucher

1-12

Abstract Views : 544

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10.36923/jicc.v18i2.763

Abstract: With an understanding that instructional communication and learning behaviors differ culturally, this study investigates the relationship between teacher confirmation and student motivation among Chinese, Korean, and Japanese students. Students in China ( n = 718), Korea ( n = 362), and Japan ( n = 350) completed surveys assessing their perceived teacher confirmation and student motivation. Results indicate teacher... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Silent but Brewing - Reactive Ethnicity and Interculturality among Chinese Students in Singapore

Qiaolei Jiang, Rajiv George, Arul Chib, Alvin Zhao Yuan, Sie Mun Tan, Lisa Xin Qi Tan, Zhen Wei Woo

1-16

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10.36923/jicc.v16i1.709

Abstract: The study takes an indirect approach towards the intercultural experience of migrants and explores how they perceive discrimination from host society and in turn stereotype it. Previous studies have highlighted how interculturality facilitates the adaptation of migrants in the host country. This study explores (i) how face-to-face (FTF) and mediated contact and perceived discrimination predict stereotyping, and (ii) how contact, perceived... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Interplay of Culture Mixing Aversion and Acculturative Flourishing: An Exploration among Mainland Chinese Sojourners in Hong Kong

Frank Tian-fang Ye, Emma E. Buchtel, Xiaozi Gao

18-27

Abstract Views : 1931

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.245

Abstract: This research investigates the impact of disgust towards culture mixing on acculturation and life satisfaction among mainland Chinese sojourners adapting to life in Hong Kong. In Study 1, drawing from previous research, we developed a measurement tool for assessing disgust towards mainland China-Hong Kong culture mixing and validated it in a sample of mainland Chinese students. We then conducted two longitudinal studies (Study 2 and 3) to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language Intercultural Communication

Idioms as Gateways to Emotional Expressions of Sadness and Joy in French

Ashraf Allawama, Aseel Zibin, Abdel Rahman Altakhaineh

83-97

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1042

Abstract: This study explores the metaphorical and metonymical expressions of sadness and joy in French idiomatic expressions, collected from various media sources and YouTube channels. Using a qualitative research design, it applies the Extended Conceptual Metaphor Theory to analyze how these emotions are conceptualized through image schemas, domains, and mental spaces. A type-based approach is used to categorize the source domains underlying these... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

The Green ASEAN Culture Festival as a Strategic Educational Instrument for Enhancing Intercultural Communicative Competence

Ika Merdekawati Kusmayadi, Rinda Aunillah Sirait, Rully Khairul Anwar

93-103

Abstract Views : 2285

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1185

Abstract: This study investigates the implementation of cross-cultural communication through the Green ASEAN Culture Festival at Universitas Padjadjaran, positioning it as a strategic pedagogical tool for fostering intercultural competence in higher education. Employing a qualitative case study design, the research integrates data from 15 semi-structured interviews with student organizers and performers representing five academic programs, as well as... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Art–Science Collaboration: Paleontology Inspired by Intercultural Surrealist Representations

Jose De la Fuente

1-10

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1181

Abstract: The collaboration between art and science provides a powerful avenue for addressing complex scientific challenges and fostering intercultural communication. However, the intersection of paleontology, surrealism, and paleoart remains underexplored, presenting a critical gap in art-science scholarship. This study investigates how paleontological inquiry can be inspired by intercultural surrealistic representations, focusing on the works of... [...] 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

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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

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 : 1307

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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 Education Intercultural Communication

The Role of Liberal Arts Courses on Students’ Multicultural Attitude And Entrepreneurial Motivation In The Tourism Sector

Hongyu Chen, Yaoping Liu, Wannaporn Siripala, Junaidi Junaidi

116-126

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1207

Abstract: China is a culturally diverse country with a significant population of ethnic minority groups. In recent years, the government has emphasized tourism as a strategic tool for fostering education and entrepreneurial awareness, particularly among Generation Z. This study aims to investigate the extent to which liberal arts courses influence students’ multicultural attitudes and entrepreneurial motivation in the tourism sector. The research... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Language Learning And Peace: Does Multilingual Experience Contribute To Reducing Nationalistic Sentiments? A Structural Equation Model And Fuzzy Set Analysis

Yuzhe Gary Sun, Susanne M Reiterer

72-88

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1251

Abstract: Amid the resurgence of exclusionary nationalism and intercultural tensions, understanding how linguistic diversity shapes social attitudes has become increasingly vital. This study investigates how multilingual experience influences nationalism-related affective orientations among Chinese participants, focusing on the ways in which multilingual exposure interacts with mental aggression and intercultural communicative attitudes to shape... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Effect of Counter-Narratives and Credibility of Sources on Emotional Response: A Study of Instagram and WhatsApp Followers

Septiawan Santana Kurnia, Zulfebriges Rahman Zul, Doddy Iskandar Cakranegara, Sandi Ibrahim...

161-173

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.170

Abstract: In times of crisis, outbreaks, or pandemics, the dissemination of accurate information by the government becomes paramount. This study investigates the efficacy of governmental counter-narratives in addressing misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically focussing on their impact on debunking various hoaxes. The study analyses the performance of the Jabar Saber Hoaks work unit, operated by the Regional Government of West Java... [...] 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

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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

Finns in interaction with non-finns: problematic phenomena perceived as critical incidents

Kiira Maria Kirra

1-09

Abstract Views : 347

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10.36923/jicc.v2i1.371

Abstract: This study focuses on Finns' perceptions of problematic phenomena in their communication with non-Finns. The aim of the study is to examine intercultural face-to-face encounters experienced as critical incidents by the respondents. Critical incidents are communicative events which have been experienced as embarrassing, irritating, funny, strange etc. and which are therefore remembered vividly. People are often not aware of "the obvious"... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

WeChat Use And Cross-Cultural Adaptation of International Students In China: The Mediating Role of Social Self-Efficacy

Kai Zhang, Su-Hie Ting

56-67

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.967

Abstract: An increasing number of international students are pursuing studies in China and encounter challenges and uncertainty in a new foreign environment. Cross-cultural adaptation is influenced by social self-efficacy, social interaction, and WeChat use but little is known about the interaction of these three factors in influencing cross-cultural adaptation. The study examined the mediating role of social self-efficacy in the relationship between... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

Effect of Biographical Variables on Employees' Adaptation to Intercultural Communication in a University of Technology

Maria Mushaathoni

133-145

Abstract Views : 1368

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.191

Abstract: Effective intercultural communication is one possible way of improving intercultural competency and ultimately assisting an organisation to achieve success. Employees from different cultural backgrounds are required to adapt and accommodate each other in intercultural communication interactions. Therefore, this article sought to establish the effects of biographical variables on employees at a university of technology. An online... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Critical Discourse Analysis of Intercultural Communication through the Lens of Multiculturality and Interraciality

Jennifer Tan-de Ramos

37-48

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.578

Abstract: Recent research on Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) has focused on the identity construction of agents within discourse. This study delves into intercultural communication through the lens of multiculturality and interraciality. Employing the CDA framework, the research investigates how online Filipino Chinese writers construct their identities and those of their readers, examining the dynamics of dominance and subordination in selected... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Education

EFL College Programmes In Egypt And Saudi Arabia: Advantages And Difficulties In Intercultural Instruction

Mohamed Amin Mekheimer, Abdulaziz Fageeh

128-143

Abstract Views : 1734

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.646

Abstract: The present study evaluated faculty and student perceptions of the challenges and benefits of intercultural and multicultural education in EFL college classrooms. Using the descriptive approach through survey, the study further investigates the benefits and barriers to inter/multicultural education in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, including content integration, acculturation pedagogy, and the incorporation of cultural knowledge in English as a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Linguistics and Language

A Corpus-based Evaluation of English-Mandarin Cultural References between Fansubbing and Official Subtitling

Yadan Zhang, Omer Hassan Ali Mahfoodh, Debbita Ai Lin Tan

109-119

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.291

Abstract: There has been considerable interest in subtitling strategies in the translation of cultural references. However, there is a lack of studies on subtitling in the Chinese context. The purpose of this study is to compare the subtitling strategies used by fansubbers and official subtitlers when dealing with cultural references in translated Mandarin subtitles. The results showed that 228 cultural references had been found in the two films: The... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Gender Studies

Women’s Empowerment Model Based on Cultural Literature to Realize Tourism Aware Villages in Sustainable Development

Rosramadhana Rosramadhana, Sudirman Sudirman, Zulaini Zulaini, Muhammad Iqbal, Milisi Sembiring

144-153

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.184

Abstract: The aim of this research is the theoretical development of cultural values to understand the unique human differences from the women's empowerment approach, implementing strengthening of the cultural literacy-based women's empowerment model in order to create a tourism-aware village in sustainable development. Employing a virtual ethnographic approach, the study involved an online search for digital literacy materials related to women's... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Semantic Knowledge Graphs for Intercultural and Ethnographic Diversity in the Greater Mekong Subregion

Wirapong Chansanam, Lan Thi Nguyen, Chunqiu Li, Christopher Khoo Soo Guan

11-24

Abstract Views : 1078

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1161

Abstract: This study aims to design, develop, and evaluate a semantic knowledge graph (KG) and web application that ethically and effectively represents the ethnographic diversity of 375 ethnic groups across Thailand, Laos, Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam, and China. Addressing the limitations of conventional Knowledge Organization Systems (KOS), the project integrates semantic web technologies with community-informed data to capture complex relationships... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Significance of Postcolonial Studies for The Cognitive, Socio-Affective, And Procedural Objectives In Multicultural Foreign Language Teaching

Volker Raddatz

100-108

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.561

Abstract: The study of postcolonial literature and culture corresponds with recent developments in the didactics of foreign language teaching at the advanced secondary school level and, for that matter, at the university level as well. This article aims to highlight three significant interfaces connecting postcolonial and didactic discourse. Firstly, the challenge posed by the "center" to the "periphery" implies a radical change in perspective and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

A Comparative Look at Chinese and American Stereotypes - A focus group Study

Lin Zhu

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v16i3.728

Abstract: This paper employs a focus group approach to examine stereotypical perceptions of Chinese and U.S. Americans from each other's perspective. Eight focus groups were conducted involving 34 undergraduate participants from two universities in the U.S. and China. Group discussions were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed for emerging themes. Results showed that there were converging and diverging perceptions between Americans and Chinese.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

A comparative study of the utility of new media technologies and power distance in doctor-patient communication in the Philippines and the United States

Bessie Lawton, Meghan Mahoney, Lukas Pelliccio

1-17

Abstract Views : 519

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10.36923/jicc.v15i2.696

Abstract: This study’s purpose was to examine the role of power distance in physicians’ desired impression by patients, as well as doctors’ attitudes toward utilizing new media technologies. Qualitative interviews were conducted in the United States and the Philippines - which have divergent power distance scores. Results revealed three major themes. First, power distance was manifested in how each country’s doctors wanted to be perceived by patients.... [...] Read more

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

Mudau Mbulaheni

167-189

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10.36923/jicc.vi.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

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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

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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 Linguistics and Language

On The Social Use Of ‘Urban Ammani Arabic’ By Adult Female Speakers In The Amman Metropolitan Area

Marwan Jarrah, Nahed Emaish, Sukayna Ali , Ekab Al-shawashreh, Yousef Al-Jabali , Bashar Kasasbeh

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.946

Abstract: This article examines the significant phenomenon of the use of what we term "Urban Ammani Arabic" (UAA) by most adult female speakers in the Amman metropolitan area, particularly when this dialect differs from the one they acquire or use in their domestic environments. To explore this, 132 adult female speakers were selected to participate in both sociolinguistic and semi-structured interviews. These interviews aimed to uncover the... [...] Read more

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Unveiling Discursive Strategies and Ideologies: A Critical Analysis of Migration Discourse in Turkish Newspapers

Awham Rashid Mohammed

58-69

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.848

Abstract: The portrayal of migrants in the media is frequently shaped by a variety of discursive strategies aimed at influencing public perception. This study examines the discursive strategies employed by two prominent Turkish newspapers, Daily Sabah and Duvar , and the underlying ideologies that drive the selection and utilization of such strategies. The theoretical framework guiding this study draws upon Reisigl’s (2017) model, providing a... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

Digital Stress and Psychological Outcomes in Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants: A Systematic Literature Review

Yining Liu, Mohd. Khairie Ahmad

1-18

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1202

Abstract: This SLR was conducted in the field of digital communication in the specific context of intercultural communication. The main purpose of this SLR was to assess studies on psychological outcomes, anxiety, self-efficacy, and social media fatigue (SMF) among digital natives and digital immigrants who use social media and experience social media overload (SMO). Unlike meta-analyses, which statistically combine effect sizes, the present study was... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Challenges of Chinese Students In Intercultural Communication: A Systematic Literature Review

Chenjie Yang, Popov V., H.J.A. Biemans, Jifang Liu

1-16

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.993

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to understand students' successful experiences in intercultural communication, this study systematically reviewed the challenges Chinese students face in intercultural communication, the strategies used to address these challenges—including coping strategies and interventions—and the impact and outcomes of their implementation. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses... [...] Read more

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The Power of Virality: Source Credibility, Moral Emotions, and Social Engagement Driving Public Mobilization in ‘Peringatan Darurat’ Videos

Yoma Bagus Pamungkas, Yuwanto, Muhammad Adnan, Nurul Hasfi, Richiana Hapsari

25-35

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1115

Abstract: Public mobilization through digital media is reshaping civic participation worldwide, yet the underlying mechanisms remain underexplored in non-Western, collectivist societies. This study examines the viral video Peringatan Darurat, narrated by journalist Najwa Shihab, which triggered mass protests across Indonesia in response to proposed amendments to the Regional Head Election Law (UU Pilkada). Drawing on an integrative framework that... [...] Read more

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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

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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 Cultural Studies Education

Development of Heutogogy Model as a Framework to Prepare Self-Determined Educator: A Case Study in Indonesia

Heny Kusdiyanti, Rully Aprilia Zandra, Robby Wijaya, Indra Febrianto, Umniyah Juman Rosyidah,...

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.820

Abstract: This study aims to develop a heutogogy learning model which determines indigenous resources to improve numeracy literacy for high school educator to prepare their educator against disruptive education. This type of research is development research by using the ADDIE method according to two stages, namely (a) exploratory research to identify educator characteristics and needs, and (b) development research to develop a heutogogy model based on... [...] Read more

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

Workers’ Perceptions Regarding Approaches To Intercultural Communication In The Workplace: A Study In A South African University

Maria Mushaathoni

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.325

Abstract: The workforce in South Africa has seen significant transformation, with many organizations now collaborating with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Cultural diversity influences behavior and interactions among employees, who may find it challenging to navigate communication with colleagues from different cultures. This article explores workers' perceptions of intercultural communication approaches in the workplace. Using a... [...] Read more

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Mot nini Tradition: Dialogue with Ancestors in Noemuti Village

Inosensius Mokos, Virienia Puspita

88-99

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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

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Internet social networks: An escape from traditional Reality for Arab-Bedouin Youth in unfamiliar Villages

Aref abu-gweder

24-31

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.878

Abstract: The objective of this research is to explore the impact of social media networks on the daily experiences of Arab-Bedouin adolescents. The study is based on semi-structured interviews with of 30 male youths from unrecognized villages in 2023. The outcomes highlight the significance of social media networks as an indispensable communication tool for males within a traditional societal structure, particularly for establishing connections with... [...] Read more

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Avatars R Us? Discourses of Community and Embodiment in Intercultural Cyberspace

Paul McIlvenny

1-11

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.356

Abstract: This paper examines the recent emergence of visions of globalised virtual communities who inhabit graphical versions of cyberspace implemented on the Internet. Often it is claimed that geography, nationality, 'race' and gender (are) no longer matter in these novel domains. In regard to the contemporary debates over the nature of intercultural communication, the paper considers how human communication is envisaged in these so-called... [...] Read more

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

Betty Tresnawaty, Enok Risdayah

116-131

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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

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Headlines and Hegemony: Unraveling Ideological Narratives in Arab and Western Media's Portrayal of Arab Women

Bushra Sabah, Azianura Hani Shaari, Ashinida Aladdin

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.315

Abstract: This study investigates the ideologies and strategies used in the news discourse on Arab women. Initially, it aims to analyze the macro strategies and then highlights the micro strategies used to achieve the macro strategies proposed by van Dijk. It also identifies the ideologies of the selected newspapers regarding Arab women. Four newspapers were selected: the Washington Post, Daily Mail, Arab newspaper, and Gulf Times. The findings reveal... [...] Read more

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

Renata Andrea Szabo

101-115

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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

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

Anna Szczepaniak-Kozak, Emilia Wąsikiewicz-Firlej, Hadrian Lankiewicz

53-63

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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

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Occidentalism Revisited: Insights from Contemporary Anglophone Arab Diasporic Literature

Ahmed Shalabi, Yousef Abu Amrieh

134-145

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.977

Abstract: Occidentalism has traditionally been regarded as a theoretical perspective through which the Arab “self” represents the Western “other.” Scholars who have made critical and insightful contributions to the development of the concept of Occidentalism within Arab literary traditions include Hasan Hanafi, Rasheed El-Enany, Zahia Smail Salhi, and most recently, Ahmed Shalabi and Yousef Abu Amrieh. Shalabi and Abu Amrieh have proposed a new... [...] Read more

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Diversity Contact: The Relationship of Positive and Negative Intergroup Contact with Assimilation and Multiculturalism

Petia Genkova, Henrik Schreiber

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1096

Abstract: The present study investigates how positive and negative intergroup contact experiences relate to attitudes toward multiculturalism and assimilation, and examines whether these relationships are mediated by intergroup anxiety, intergroup threat, and pro-diversity beliefs. A secondary analysis was conducted using cross-sectional survey data from a sample of German university students. Structural equation modeling was applied to test the... [...] Read more

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

Bohdana Heick (Labinska), Daniel Walter

1-11

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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 Linguistics and Language

The French Influence on Modern English Orthography A Historical and Linguistic Analysis

Majed Alenezi

183-190

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.914

Abstract: Orthography is a critical component of the English language and serves as a repository for its linguistic and cultural heritage. The evolution of English orthography can be traced through three major stages: Old English, Middle English, and Modern English, each reflecting the socio-political circumstances of its time. Written records from the Old and Middle English periods reveal that the complexity of English spelling arises from the... [...] Read more

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

Luxi Zhang

132-147

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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

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

Mohammed Zagood

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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

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

Fahad Alzahrani , Radwa Elshemy

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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

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The Interplay between Social Media and Cultural Adjustment: Analysis of the Subjective Well-Being, Social Support, and Social Media Use of Asian International Students in the U.S.

Ming Xie , Chin-Chung Chao

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.37

Abstract: This research focuses on social media use by Asian international students in the U.S. and its impacts on their subjective well-being, social support, and cultural adjustment. In-depth interviews were conducted with 17 international students from six Asian countries who are studying in a Midwestern University in the U.S. The research finds that social media helps to compensate Asian international students for the loss of social support and... [...] Read more

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

I wish that I could have friends: The Intercultural Friendship Experience of Omani Students at US Universities

Mohammed Juma Alkharusi, Reynaldo Gacho Segumpan

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.274

Abstract: The domain of intercultural friendships between international and host national students represents a pivotal aspect of international higher education and intercultural communication. In response to the evident research gap within this realm, we conducted a phenomenological inquiry to explore how eight Omani students establish friendships with US host students and the factors that might either facilitate or impede these intercultural... [...] Read more

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Contribution of Sharia Accounting Characters in Anti-Corruption Culture

Agus Arwani, Suparna Wijaya, Muhammad Fadila Laitupa, Muh. Sabir Mustafa, Mochamad Heru Riza...

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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.46

Abstract: This research aims to examine the values inherent in sharia accounting to aid in the development of anti-corruption culture concepts. This article employs the literature review technique. The literature approach is a data-gathering technique often employed in social research to retrace historical data. This research demonstrates that Sharia accounting’s character values may be utilized to develop anti-corruption accounting culture. Using the... [...] Read more

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Indulgence Versus Restraint: Exploration of A New Cultural Dimension in Context

Elena Chudnovskaya, Laura L.S. O’Hara

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.54

Abstract: This study examines the intercultural experiences of eight Danish expatriates in Russia. In-depth interviews revealed three characteristics of Hofstede’s dimension: Indulgence verses Restraint (IVR). This study allows us to understand communication between restrained cultures (e.g., Russia) and indulgent cultures (e.g., Denmark). This carries implications for specific and in-depth workplace training to help managers improve intercultural... [...] Read more

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Linguistic And Sociocultural Adaptability In The Emergency And Rescue Field

Dalal S. Almubayei

183-201

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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

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Culture of Islamic Economic Principles and Democracy and Welfare Based on Pancasila Ideology

Bambang Guritno, Ratna Sari Dewi, Farida Arianti, Andrew Shandy Utama, Norvadewi Norvadewi, Oki...

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.43

Abstract: This study aimed to obtain data from previous studies on the relevance culture of Islamic economic principles and democracy and welfare based on the Pancasila ideology. Our data search was conducted electronically on many international and national publications between 2010 and 2021. Furthermore, our data has been analyzed involving several techniques such as data analysis, interpretation, in-depth analysis of critical evaluation, and drawing... [...] Read more

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Acculturation and Identity in Adolescents in Norway

Henrik Bøhn

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v8i3.464

Abstract: This survey is inspired by the International Comparative Study of Ethnocultural Youth (ICSEY), a comprehensive study which has looked at acculturation and cultural identity in adolescents from immigrant families across 13 countries. In the present survey 16 immigrant youths from two different ethnic minority groups in Norway – Somali and Albanian – were interviewed to find out more about their acculturation attitudes and experiences and their... [...] Read more

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Developing International Personas A new intercultural communication practice in globalized societies

Iben Jensen, Heidi Hautopp, Lene Nielsen, Sabine Madsen

1-09

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10.36923/jicc.v17i1.730

Abstract: Personas have become a popular method in new product development. Personas have traditionally, and are still, primarily created to represent users from a single national culture at a time during the design process. This, however, is unsatisfactory for companies operating on a global market as they show an increasing interest in international personas. However, research on personas in a global context is limited. To address this gap, this... [...] Read more

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Do media matter? A social construction model of stereotypes of foreigner

Elza Ibroscheva, Jyotika Ramaprasad

1-18

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10.36923/jicc.v8i1.454

Abstract: In an attempt to build on and make more complete existing models of stereotype formation, which have largely been cognitive in nature, this paper proposes a social construction model of stereotypes of foreigners, which includes a number of social factors, and in particular, the media, where media is defined as a complex variable composed of several exposure, nature of sources, content, and perceived effect. [...] Read more

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Cultural Marginality: Exploration of Self-Esteem and Cross Cultural Adaptation of the Marginalized Individual: An investigation of the second generation Hare Krishnas .

Sachi Horback, Cheryll Rothery-Jackson

1-16

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10.36923/jicc.v7i2.439

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the cross-cultural adaptation of a sample of adults raised in the Hare Krishna culture. Fifteen second generation ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) adults were asked to describe their family, peer, and social interactions and the perceived impact on their cross-cultural adaptation. An analysis of participant responses generated the following fifteen themes: (1) age and context of... [...] Read more

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A Cross-cultural Communication Experience at a Higher Education Institution in Taiwan

Loretta Ya-Wen Teng

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10.36923/jicc.v5i3.414

Abstract: This paper describes an online cross-cultural communication experience of a group of Taiwanese college students. Overall, students reported having more confidence in communication and gaining cross-cultural communication skills after participating in this project. The acquisition of cross-cultural communication skills was positively related to the motivation to succeed in the project and the sense of community developed within the online... [...] Read more

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The Cultural Context and Social Representation The Japanese Schoolgirl in British Popular Culture

Perry Hinton

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v13i1.612

Abstract: As an embodiment of the shoujo , a specific Japanese representation of 'girl', the schoolgirl often appears as a central character in Japanese popular culture. With the import, and widespread availability, of Japanese cultural products in the West (such as comics called manga , animated movies called anime , toys and games), the Japanese schoolgirl has gained a visibility in Western popular culture, and perceived as cute and shy. In this... [...] Read more

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Dimensions of Success in International Business Negotiations: A Comparative Study of Thai and International Business Negotiators

Haruthai Putrasreni Numprasertchai, Fredric William Swierczek

1-16

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10.36923/jicc.v6i1.419

Abstract: The success of international business relationships depends on effective business negotiations. Negotiators need to be well prepared. Understanding how to achieve international business negotiation outcomes and the factors relevant to the process will allow negotiators to be more successful. Based on theories of negotiation with a cultural focus, this study focuses on the dimensions of negotiating outcomes and process as perceived by Thai and... [...] Read more

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Business Communication of a Persuasive Nature - Style Adaptation and Effectiveness during Intercultural Interactions

Elena Pruvli

1-18

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10.36923/jicc.v14i2.676

Abstract: Researchers have demonstrated that there are preferred cultural persuasive styles but little empirical research has examined the strategies for adapting persuasive styles in intercultural business interactions. This qualitative study investigates preferred persuasive styles, perceptions of alternative persuasive styles and adaptation strategies among Estonian local municipal managers. This article creates a new path for an explanatory study... [...] Read more

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Social Network Analysis of Basic Necessity Scarcity on Twitter: Evidence from Indonesia

Dyah Gandasari, Diena Dwidienawati Tjiptadi, David Tjahjana, Mochamad Sugiarto, Sarwititi...

01-12

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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.57

Abstract: The scarcity of basic necessities, a popular discussion topic in Indonesia, poses significant challenges to the citizens. Indonesians frequently comment on the issue on social media, including Twitter, which is perceived as a democratic public space to express opinions, interests, and information discursively in establishing communications as part of intercultural dialogues. The current study aims to analyse relevant communication networks... [...] Read more

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Covering the war in Iraq: Frame choices in American and German national newspapers

Sabine Wilhelm

1-23

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10.36923/jicc.v5i3.415

Abstract: Coverage during conflicts with threatening potential put a pressing note on accurate information about and interpretation of events. When delivering news worldwide, national spotlights as well as cross-cultural notions are set to create unique themes of interest. Those frames - offered by mass media - are vital organizing concepts to establish public agendas. The ambiguously perceived warfare on Iraq was chosen to identify differences in... [...] Read more

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Professional Mobility Experiences of Mobile Medical Professionals

Donata Lisaitė

1-15

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10.36923/jicc.v12i3.605

Abstract: Health professionals move for various reasons and for various periods of time, which entails consequences at various levels, ranging from governmental decisions regarding the policy of health mobility to shifts in mobile medical professionals’ attitudes towards sojourning. The present paper looks into the self-perceptions of working and living abroad of mobile medical professionals. An online questionnaire was conducted in order to gain an... [...] Read more

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Open, Closed, and Locked Images: Cultural Stereotypes and the Symbolic Creation of Reality

Ruth Lillhannus

1-21

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10.36923/jicc.v3i1.383

Abstract: n this paper, I address the complex question of cultural stereotypes and how these kinds of categorising and simplifying notions of the perceived "other" and of ‘difference’ affect the special context of international project industry, a context where cultural diversity is one of the most prominent features. This paper aims at discussing the notion of cultural stereotypes as it appears in an empirical material consisting of field... [...] Read more

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Intercultural Dialogue Visions of the Council of Europe and the European Commission for a Post-Multiculturalist Era

Óscar García Agustín

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v12i2.594

Abstract: Intercultural dialogue was introduced at the European level through policy documents of the Council of Europe and the European Commission in the 2000s. This article explores the ways in which intercultural dialogue is developed as a model to handle cultural diversity in different areas. Furthermore it discusses whether intercultural dialogue can be perceived as an alternative model to the previous integration policies marked by... [...] Read more

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A sociological exploration of the impact of study abroad on international PhD students’ self-identity

Viv Edwards, Ye Ye

1-15

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10.36923/jicc.v18i2.757

Abstract: This paper explores the impact of study abroad on the self-identity of Chinese doctoral students in the UK, with an emphasis on students’ agency and identity through the lens of Giddens’ (1991) reflexive project of the self’. Qualitative data comprising student perceptions and experiences of personal changes and development during their study abroad were collected through focus groups and semi-structured interviews involving 11 participants.... [...] Read more

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Korean Hybridity: The Language Classroom as Cultural Hybrid

Don Moen

1-06

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10.36923/jicc.v9i2.482

Abstract: This paper looks at the Korean language classroom as a cultural hybrid of Korean and perceived American culture. It is based around the idea of the language classroom as a subculture. Through discussions of classroom geography, Confucianism, and identity construction, the paper concludes that this hybrid subculture offers an opportunity to explore new cultural identities within a subculture without having to join subcultural groups in normal... [...] Read more

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Intercultural And Professional Skills in Student Mobility to Boost Employability

Maria Luisa Sierra-Huedo, Jennifer Foucart

1-12

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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.68

Abstract: The internationalisation of higher education institutions is mainly focused on mobility programs. Increasingly programs try to improve the intercultural learning of their students through internationalising their curriculum and assessing their intercultural experiences. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the acquisition of intercultural competence and professional skills of higher education students during a specific short Erasmus+... [...] Read more

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Face and Identity in Intercultural Conflict Management

Min Hou

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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.55

Abstract: Face negotiation theory has been an influential theory of intercultural conflict management. However, as a theory of functional approach, it has limitations in analyzing dynamic conflict management process. Using repeated episodic interviews, this paper attempts to combine this theory with Spencer-Oatey’s (2007) face and identity model as well as post-structural perspectives of identity to analyze the dynamic and complicated conflict... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Colonial Propaganda In The Belgian Congo Through Postage Stamps (1894–1960): A Quantitative Content Analysis

Antonio Prieto-Andrés, Cayetano Fernández-Romero, María Luisa Sierra

1-17

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1084

Abstract: Despite extensive scholarship on colonial propaganda, the use of postage stamps as tools of imperial messaging remains underexplored. This study aims to examine how Belgium employed postage stamps to construct and disseminate propagandistic narratives about its African colony, the Belgian Congo. Using quantitative content analysis, the research analyses a corpus of 149 stamps issued between 1894 and 1960, tracing how visual themes evolved... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Gender Studies

Teacher Educators’ Perceptions of Factors Influencing Gender Mainstreaming Implementation in University Teaching 30 Years after Beijing

Cristina Miralles-Cardona, Esther Chiner, Renáta Tichá, José M. Esteve-Faubel, Brian H. Abery,...

29-44

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1005

Abstract: This study explores the perceptions of teacher educators at a public higher education institution in Alicante, Spain, regarding the implementation of gender mainstreaming (GM) in university teaching. Addressing a historically under-researched area, the research examines the impact of GM policies on teacher education programs and identifies barriers to the effective integration of a gender-responsive approach. Using qualitative methods,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Understanding Creativity: Role of Psychological...

Leader Member Exchange and Creative Idea Endorsement: The Role of Supportive and Challenging Voice

Marwan Marwan, Aan Komariah, Dedy Achmad Kurniady, Sony Muhammad Ikhsan Mangkuwinata, Ahmad...

57-68

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.279

Abstract: This study seeks to investigate why speaking out is not viewed positively in certain instances, but, at times, doing so results in both management support for the pitched proposals and improved interpersonal correlations for individuals doing so. Data was collected from two sources: employees and their supervisors of a telecommunication services organization in Indonesia. The data collected from 367 subordinates and 98 supervisors was then... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Silent Signal: A Mirror Leadership and Intercultural Communication Beyond Strategic Boundaries

Muhammad Atif Bashir, Saeed Banihashemi, Muhammad Taimoor, Mohammad Fakhrul Islam, Katalin Szabó

115-130

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1328

Abstract: The post-pandemic work environment has intensified emotional strain, hybrid-work fatigue, and cognitive disengagement, making it increasingly difficult for leaders to sustain trust and authentic engagement in diverse, digitally disrupted teams. Existing leadership models emphasize cognition and behavior but overlook the real-time emotional, relational, and physiological processes that shape contemporary managerial dynamics. This study... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

Examining Singaporean Students’ Perceptions of Quality Interaction with International Students During an Intercultural Communication Course

Blake Hendrickson

70-82

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1043

Abstract: This investigation identifies contextual characteristics associated with meaningful intercultural interactions between domestic students enrolled in a 13-week intercultural communication course and international students. After participating in an international student welcome and games event and three cultural encounters, domestic students completed post-activity reflection surveys that included a quality intercultural interaction scale and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Role of Rocks in Defining the Characters in Isabella Hammad’s The Parisian (2019)

Nasaybah Awajan

82-92

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.544

Abstract: The current study looks at the metaphors for rocks in Isabella Hammad's novel The Parisian (2019 ). It seeks to demonstrate how Isabella Hammad employs rock analogies to describe and provide an understanding into her characters, Midhat, Jamil, and Fatima. Midhat, who studied abroad, has a hyphenated identity and is portrayed as a compromise—less resistant, delicate, and adaptable. The inverse of the properties of the rocks/stones. The other... [...] 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

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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 Linguistics and Language

The Performance of Internal Quality Assurance of Community Learning Center during Covid-19 Outbreak

Entoh Tohani, Lutfi Wibawa, Iis Prasetyo

95-108

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.126

Abstract: Whilst the Covid-19 outbreak has deleteriously influenced the functioning of most organizations, Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) of Community Learning Centres (CLC) has an essential role in achieving stakeholder satisfaction. CLC shall carry out quality assurance independently in terms of establishing, fulfilling, evaluating, and developing educational standards that can guarantee the function of implementing educational programs 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

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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 Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

The Development of International Students’ Career Competencies Through Language Learning

Katrine Sonnenschein, Dr. Ragnhild Wiik

14-22

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10.36923/jicc.vi.1231

Abstract: A large number of international students consider pursuing a career in Norway after completing their studies in the country. This study investigated the significance of learning Norwegian for international business school students’ career competencies in relation to working in Norway. A qualitative approach was employed, using semi-structured individual interviews and thematic analysis. The sample comprised 15 first-year international... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Indonesian Seafarers’ Intercultural Communication Challenges With Multinational Crews

Budi Riyanto, Eka Nurmala, Irmi Agustina, Siti Raudhah Maidari

76-81

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.92

Abstract: The current study investigated the intercultural communication challenges among Indonesian seafarers with foreign crews at international shipping companies. Data collection was conducted through a mixed-questionnaire method, with each questionnaire consisting of 10 items distributed in Google Forms to 171 respondents. The findings revealed that the language barrier was a significant issue among Indonesian seafarers to communicate and... [...] 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

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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

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

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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 Intercultural Communication

Telecollaboration In Japanese Among Spanish And Finnish Students: Its Potential For Motivation And Mediation

Kyoko Ito-Morales, Rie Fuse

107-120

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1055

Abstract: The practice of telecollaboration has gained traction since the early 2000s as a means of facilitating intercultural communication across distant locations. However, its potential to enhance learning motivation and the acquisition of intercultural mediation competence remains underexplored. This study investigated the motivational components influenced by telecollaboration and examined the potential of lingua franca telecollaboration to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

The Cultural Heritage of Ume Kbubu: Strengthening Atoin Meto Identity Through School Learning

Malkisedek Taneo, Aleksius Madu, Fransina Aprilyse Ndoen

88-103

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.881

Abstract: The focus of this research is to explore more deeply the values contained in Ume Kbubu as a cultural heritage that can be applied to school learning. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with an ethnographic approach to describe the values contained in the Ume Kbubu house. Data collection was carried out by conducting a literature study to find sources related to the history of Ume Kbubu; direct observation at the... [...] 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

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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

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

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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

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

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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 Intercultural Management

Cultural Intelligence in International B2B Negotiations: An Exploratory Study on the Role of Intercultural Competencies

Sameh Skhiri, Imed Zaiem , Abu Elnasr Sobaih, Hussein Edrees

36-48

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1162

Abstract: The aim of this study is to explore the role of cultural intelligence in international business-to-business (B2B) negotiations involving culturally diverse dyads. While intercultural competencies have been widely studied, the specific contribution of cultural intelligence, viewed both as a form of intelligence and a practical competence, remains underexplored in negotiation contexts. This study addresses this gap by investigating how cultural... [...] Read more

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

Blended-Learning Training and Evaluation: A Qualitative Study

Bansu Irianto Ansari, Junaidi Junaidi, Suci Maulina, Herman Herman, Ilham Kamaruddin, Abdul...

155-164

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.201

Abstract: This study aims to investigate lecturers' understanding of blended learning and skills in using several platforms for blended learning-based lectures, the effectiveness of the training on blended learning to improve lecturers’ competence, and the impact of the blended-learning lectures on their students’ learning outcomes. A quantitative approach was implemented in this research. The participants involved 30 lecturers and 67 students of... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Representation of Human Struggle With Dwarfism In Ghanaian And Nigerian Movies

Maxwell Opoku, Lilian Frimpomaa, Ebenezer Mensah Gyimah, Cecilia Opoku

89-99

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10.36923/jicc.vi.1160

Abstract: Dwarfism is a rare genetic condition characterised by short stature. In many countries, including Ghana and Nigeria, anecdotal evidence indicates the employment of persons with dwarfism as actors and actresses in movies. However, there are limited studies on the experiences of persons with dwarfism within an African context. The current study attempted to fill this knowledge gap by exploring the portrayal of persons with dwarfism in African... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

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

Susan Goldstein

18-29

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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 Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

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

Anna Linka

121–134

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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 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

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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 Communication

Persuasive Strategies in Email Marketing: An Analysis of Appeal and Influence in Business Communication

Ghaleb Rabab'ah, Sane Yagi , Sharif Alghazo, Rima Malkawi

12-25

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.839

Abstract: This study examines the employment of persuasive strategies in informational emails that market products and/or services, illustrating how these strategies influence target customers and persuade them to make purchases. A corpus of 850 emails, encompassing over a million words, was compiled and analyzed using a mixed-method approach that integrated both quantitative and qualitative measures. The emails were collected between 2020 and 2021.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

When East Meets West: Polish Business Communication from a Cross-Cultural Perspective

Hanna Bulawka, Joanna Molek, Julita Wozniak

97-108

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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.188

Abstract: This paper investigates how foreign nationals living and working in Poland evaluate Polish colleagues’ communication in English and its effectiveness in international business. It identifies features of linguistic behaviour attributed to Polish business interactions. Five dimensions of cultural variability (directness, emotionality, power distance, confrontation, critical evaluation) are used as benchmarks and offer an observational framework... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Western Balkans: It’s Complicated An Inter-ethnic Communication Interdisciplinary Examination

Blerim Limani, Driton Majlichi, Mehmet Aslan, Shalva Kikalishvili, Daniel Brown

132-143

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.324

Abstract: The western Balkans are persistently grappling with its unfavorable inter-ethnic reputation. Although political toleration has been consistently proposed as a solution for inter-ethnic tensions, this paper argues for the adoption of the Coordinated Management of Meaning (CMM) framework, offering a fresh perspective to an old problem. Rooted in the 'communication perspective', CMM provides a crucial platform for stakeholders to interact... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

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

Yingying Ye

61-72

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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 Education Intercultural Communication

Interculturality In Universities: Identity, Experiences And The Impact of Beca 18 on Bilingual Students

Yuri Reina Marín, Einstein Sánchez Bardales, Omer Cruz Caro, Angelica María Carrasco Rituay,...

140-155

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.953

Abstract: Financial incentives play a crucial role in the bilingual intercultural education of university students; therefore, this study aims to analyze the impact that Beca 18 has on bilingual university students from an intercultural approach. The study uses a qualitative approach, employing the interview technique, conducted with students from the Toribio Rodríguez de Mendoza National University of Amazonas and the Fabiola Salazar Leguía National... [...] 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

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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

Open Access Article Gender Studies

Black Women’s Lived Experiences of Informal Street Trading in East London, South Africa

Thenjiwe Meyiwa, Madoda Cekiso, Thabisile Maphumulo, Mashudu C. Mashige

162-171

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.812

Abstract: The study sought to evaluate women’s lived experiences of informal street trading in East London with specific reference to the coping strategies they adopt and their challenges within the industry. A qualitative method was used, adopting a case study design. Interviews were conducted with fourteen street trader women participants who were purposefully selected because of the artefacts they displayed for sale. Data collected through... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

A Semantic review of Qur’ānic Near-Synonyms, English and French Translations

Mimouna Zitouni, Bahia ZEMNI, Abdul-Qader Khaleel Abdul-Ghafour

82-91

Abstract Views : 2002

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.106

Abstract: This study examines the nuances among the chosen near-synonyms and the extent to which the translators considered such nuances in the selected translations of the Qur’an. It seeks to identify the meanings of two sets of near-synonyms in their Qur’anic contexts based on the Qur’ānic exegeses. It also highlights the differences in meaning that exist among these near-synonyms and the extent to which the semantic differences among those... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

Research into Intercultural Communicative Competence: A Model Test

Ali Asghar Ghasemi, Moussa Ahmadian

75-87

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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 Cultural Studies

How Cultural Intelligence-Based Principal Leadership Affects Teacher Task Performance: The Mediating Role of Organizational Culture and School Governance

Widodo Widodo, Jafriansen Damanik, Adolf Bastian, Chandrawaty Chandrawaty, Harsono Sariyo

172-185

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.292

Abstract: The effective significance of leadership for school organizations focuses on several elements, such as collaboration motivation and educational environment establishment. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the effects of cultural intelligence-based principal leadership (CI-BPL) on organizational culture, school governance, and teacher task performance, accompanied by the analysis of a new empirical model prioritizing the mediation... [...] 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

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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 Intercultural Communication

A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Graduation in Editorials: Force and Focus in Saudi and American Persuasive Discourse

Mohammed Ahmed Mohammed Alzahrani

12-24

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10.36923/jicc.v26i2.1423

Abstract: This study presents a contrastive analysis of the Graduation subsystem within Appraisal Theory, examining the strategic deployment of Force and Focus resources in newspaper editorials from two sociocultural contexts: Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat, Arabic) and the United States (The New York Times, English). While existing Appraisal research has largely emphasized Attitude and Engagement, the role of Graduation in shaping persuasive discourse... [...] 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

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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 Communication

Listeners’ Engagement and Interactivity in News Radio Twitter in Indonesia

Agus Rusmana, Edwin Rizal, Ute Lies Siti Khadijah, Rully Khairul Anwar, Khoiruddin Muchtar

77-87

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.269

Abstract: Although radio has traditionally been recognized as a medium dependent on listener engagement, social media platforms such as Twitter have introduced new forms of interactivity due to their real-time and networked characteristics, facilitating the emergence of novel engagement types. Employing a case study approach, this research delves into the various forms of engagement on @PRFMnews, the official Twitter handle of PRFM Radio in Indonesia.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

The Influence of American Popular Culture on Chinese English Majors: A Structural Equation Modelling Study

Yanfei Li, Ahmad Yahya Dawod, Michael Harris, Somsak Chanaim

44-57

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.870

Abstract: Over the past 40 years, China has become progressively more open and integrated into globalization, including foreign-made movies and TV shows. The influence of American popular culture extends to English majors, who are among the most likely to be shaped by Hollywood’s ‘soft power.’ This research examines how their attitudes and behaviors are influenced by these depictions of American culture and values, and how this shapes their future... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Impoliteness strategies reported and issued on website reviews by clients of New York and Madrid social services centres

Rosa María Pacheco Baldó

1-10

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.33

Abstract: This paper analyses the negative reviews that some users of social services in New York and Madrid posted on Google. The aim is to relate the impoliteness strategies that the users of these centres reported to have received or that they issued themselves with the cultural values of the groups they belong to. To achieve this, twenty American and Spanish centres were analysed, obtaining more than two hundred negative comments that,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Public Administration

Environmental Impact on Relapse and Motivation Recovery Among Drug Addicts

Asbah Razali, Norhidayah Pauzi, Ravindaran A/L Maraya, Rosya Izyanie Shamshudeen, Nur Azah...

28-42

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.122

Abstract: Drug abuse has been proven to be a mental disorder because of the heavy intake of substances usage controlled by the environment. Environmental factors play a significant role in drug addiction and recovery. However, there is a knowledge gap regarding environmental factors contributing to relapse and hinder motivation for recovery among drug addicts in Malaysia. Therefore, the objective of this research is to find out the impact of the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

"Oi! Skins": Trans-Atlantic Gay Skinhead Discourse on the Internet

James Haines

1-06

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.349

Abstract: For about a year and a half now I have been studying non-racist and anti-racist skinheads and their look-alike neo-nazi "bonehead" cousins, using skin websites, e-mail lists and newsgroups as my primary source of data. As I have had no face-to-face contact with my informants, my approach might be called discourse-centered ethnography. At a Cultural Studies conference in June 1998 I reported on an ether community of US and Canadian gay skins... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Understanding Creativity: Role of Psychological...

Role of Leader-Member Exchange, Knowledge Hiding, Prosocial Motivation, And Impression Management Motivation for The Creative Potential of Employees

Ade Manadin, Aan Komariah, Diding Nurdin, Eka Prihatin, Asep Priatna, Nuphanudin Nuphanudin

68-81

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.280

Abstract: The main purpose of the research was to investigate whether employees who develop a high-quality leader-member exchange (LMX), do they also engage in knowledge exchange activities or they hide knowledge, and do their knowledge hiding affects creativity. Data for this investigation were collected from 413 subordinates and their respective 57 supervisors working in a pharmaceutical organisation operating in Jakarta, Indonesia. The collected... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

A Search for a Common Thread: Iranian, Afghan, and Tajik EFL Students' Perceptions of Academic Misconduct

Rasoul Mohammad Hosseinpur, Reza Bagheri Nevisi, Ahmad Nawab Sultani

13-23

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.91

Abstract: The paucity of studies on plagiarism in some under-explored contexts, such as Afghanistan and Tajikistan, highlight the necessity of conducting this study. To this end, 200 Iranian, 185 Afghan, and 170 Tajik EFL students, who share certain commonalities regarding culture and language, participated in the study. The iThenticate (2013) questionnaire and two essay-type questions on the main reasons for committing plagiarism and possible ways to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Reaction Profiles by Americans, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese on ‘Skeletons in the Family Closet’ Topics

Charles McHugh

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.355

Abstract: Americans, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese ( N =250) rated 57 random proposed conversation topics on a five-point scale (i.e., very good, good, neutral, bad, very bad) to a same-culture, same-sex school friend. Five factors emerge and are characterized as: Familial Biographical Data , Skeletons in the Family Closet , Small Talk Topics , Personal Information Topics , and Intimate Relations Topics . For the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

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

Xian Zhao

153-164

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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

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

Zheng Yang, Wilawan Champakaew, Sasima Charubusp

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.vi.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 Linguistics and Language

9E Learning And Teaching Model And Its Application In Higher Secondary Education School System

khalid Javed Assi; Norazlinda Binti Saad, Surendran A/L Sankaran

45-54

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.127

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to implement the 9E Learning and Teaching Model (9E LTM). The impact of Critical Thinking Skills (CTS), analysis, and inference on students' statistics achievement observed through constructivist theory. A population of higher secondary school statistics students and a sample from this study were drawn, from randomly selected higher secondary public schools in four native areas of Punjab province, Pakistan, in... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Process of Inclusion of Students From Ethnic Communities In Conventional University Education

River Chávez Santos, Yuri Reina Marín, Angelica María Carrasco Rituay, Einstein Sánchez Bardales,...

97-114

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.920

Abstract: This study aimed to analyze the inclusion process for students from the Awajún and Wampis ethnic communities within conventional university education in Peru. A case study design with an interpretative qualitative approach was employed. Data were collected using semi-structured, in-depth interviews with five students—three from the Awajún community and two from the Wampis community—selected through convenience sampling. Additionally, two life... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

“Verdant, Green, Lush:” Aboulela’s Depiction Of The Nile In River Spirit

Shireen H. Alkurdi, Yousef Abu Amrieh

161-169

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1293

Abstract: This paper aims to examine how the Arab-British novelist Leila Aboulela portrays the distinctive relationship between her protagonist, Akuany, and the Nile in her recent novel, River Spirit (2023), set during the Mahdist Revolution (1881–1898). This study employs the geocritical approach to examine the interaction between physical spaces and human experiences, highlighting how landscapes influence identity and memory. It analyzes the river... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

A Cross-Cultural Study on Iranian and Arab L2 Learners’ Foreign Language Anxiety

Vahid Rahmani Doqaruni

54-64

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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.47

Abstract: This study is an attempt to provide an alternative insight into the nature of foreign language anxiety (FLA) from a cross-cultural perspective. The participants were 122 Arab and 107 Iranian second/foreign language students. The present study used a mixed methods design, i.e. questionnaire and interview, to gain a richer understanding of the participants’ FLA. It was found that in addition to experiencing anxiety due to pressures related to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Education Intercultural Communication

Embracing Diversity in Multi-Racial Classrooms through Pedagogical Strategies

Kofi Nkonkonya Mpuangnan

202-217

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1075

Abstract: Creating inclusive and supportive learning environments has become critical concern in today’s diverse educational environment. In response, this study has examined the complexities of multi-racial classrooms. It focused on identifying key challenges and proposing actionable pedagogical interventions for educators. The study was grounded in Critical Race Theory which provides valuable lens for understanding and addressing challenges posed by... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Education

Exploring The Possibility of Using Khelobedu As A Medium of Instruction: Teachers And Subject Advisors’ Perspectives

Tsebo Ramothwala, Itani Peter Mandende, Madoda Cekiso

119-128

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.895

Abstract: The study sought to elicit the perceptions of teachers and subject advisors towards the use of Khelobedu, which is a dialect, as a medium of instruction. This study followed a qualitative approach, through which data were gathered through semi-structured interviews with 8 Foundation Phase teachers and 2 subject advisors in Mopani District. The study revealed that teachers and subject advisors are of the view that Khelobedu would benefit the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Incorporated Tri Pramana Philosophy on Learning Science in Elementary School Culture

Kadek Suranata, I Kadek Suartama, Gede Doddy Tisna MS, I wayan Lasmawan, Ni Luh Yaniasti, Susiani...

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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.60

Abstract: Tri Pramana, which is constituted of two major components, denotes the three life strengths to comprehend and believe in a certain event in Bhuwana Alit with manacikapura as the three powers of living beings, including (1) Bayu as the breath power, (2) Sabda as the sound power, and (3) Idep as the mind power. As delineated in Widhi Tatwa, Tri Pramana encompasses Praktyaksa Pramana, Anumana Pramana, and Agama Pramana (Sabda Pramana), which are... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Education

Culture, Paralanguage, and Learning Spanish as a Foreign Language During Pandemic

Nancy Gómez-Torres, Consuelo Cedano-Pineda, Oscar Alberto Molina-Márquez

70-78

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.894

Abstract: In general terms, globalization has greatly contributed to a wider diffusion of languages, religions, and traditions, as well as a better understanding of the multicultural nature of countries around the world. It also highlights the importance of cultural diversity in the integration processes within contemporary societies. Motivated by this reflection and to analyze the importance of nonverbal communication in communicative interaction and... [...] 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

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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 Linguistics and Language Intercultural Communication

Do Gender And Major Affect Preparatory Year Students' Performance On English Tests Across Proficiency Levels?

Hamdallah Abdulkarim Alhusban, Shakul Tewari

88-100

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1061

Abstract: This study investigates the influence of gender and academic major on student performance in two English language assessments—the English Placement Test (EPT), administered by the National Center for Assessment (NCA), and the Preparatory Year Program Tests (PYPT), conducted in-house at a Saudi university. The primary aim was to examine whether these demographic variables significantly affect English language proficiency during the Preparatory... [...] Read more

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Interpersonal Intercultural Adaptation Orientations: A Qualitative Study of Engineering Professionals

Brent Jesiek, Samantha Lapka, Kris Acheson, Franki Kung

19-31

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1324

Abstract: Professionals in engineering and many other fields are often expected to work on global teams, setting the stage for frequent interpersonal interactions that span cultural boundaries. To further investigate the nature of such experiences, the findings presented in this paper are based on data collected via interviews and focus groups with 23 technical professionals who had varying levels of exposure to intercultural teamwork. Using an... [...] Read more

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