Lehrinhalte
Knowledge communication does not only differ in terms of what is communicated (knowledge in context rather than isolated data or information) but also how one communicates his or her expertise. In other words: Knowledge communication and transfer of experiences, insights, and know-how have become a key competence in our globalized world in recent years, not only for students in institutions of Higher Education but also for staff in companies and other organizations, where people from different countries and social backgrounds come together and interact. Bearing this in mind, intercultural skills and knowledge dialogues come into play. But what does this mean and what theoretical concepts are lying behind this? How can I take advantage from this as a international exchange student currently studying in Darmstadt or planning my exchange with one of the partner institutions in one of the coming semesters? In the seminar we will develop together a framework for intercultural knowledge communication and sharing competencies together. Communicating expertise-based, complex insights requires special skills. Therefore you will learn how to describe a field of agency of your choice and you will learn how to communicate your cultural expertise relevant to your studies without necessarily producing stereotypes. In order to achieve this we will first talk about knowledge, communication, culture, intercultural competence and combine this with practical exercises. The documents and material you will produce during the semester will be used to create an innovative intercultural learning scenario and guide for your peers and fellow students to prepare their international study experiences in advance and gain first insight what to expect before they leave.
Voraussetzungen
This project-based seminar is open to German and international BA and MA students of any subject and offers the chance to build sustainable networks. It will take place for the first time and you are welcome to join in, participate actively and bring in your own ideas and wishes. As a prerequisite, the seminar concept requires a hands-on.-mentality, a genuine interest in basic theoretical concepts, an openness dealing with foreign experiences and intercultural encounters in a constructive manner. To complete the seminar successfully, it is mandatory to participate in the kick-off-session.
Knowledge communication does not only differ in terms of what is communicated (knowledge in context rather than isolated data or information) but also how one communicates his or her expertise. In other words: Knowledge communication and transfer of experiences, insights, and know-how have become a key competence in our globalized world in recent years, not only for students in institutions of Higher Education but also for staff in companies and other organizations, where people from different countries and social backgrounds come together and interact. Bearing this in mind, intercultural skills and knowledge dialogues come into play. But what does this mean and what theoretical concepts are lying behind this? How can I take advantage from this as a international exchange student currently studying in Darmstadt or planning my exchange with one of the partner institutions in one of the coming semesters? In the seminar we will develop together a framework for intercultural knowledge communication and sharing competencies together. Communicating expertise-based, complex insights requires special skills. Therefore you will learn how to describe a field of agency of your choice and you will learn how to communicate your cultural expertise relevant to your studies without necessarily producing stereotypes. In order to achieve this we will first talk about knowledge, communication, culture, intercultural competence and combine this with practical exercises. The documents and material you will produce during the semester will be used to create an innovative intercultural learning scenario and guide for your peers and fellow students to prepare their international study experiences in advance and gain first insight what to expect before they leave.
Voraussetzungen
This project-based seminar is open to German and international BA and MA students of any subject and offers the chance to build sustainable networks. It will take place for the first time and you are welcome to join in, participate actively and bring in your own ideas and wishes. As a prerequisite, the seminar concept requires a hands-on.-mentality, a genuine interest in basic theoretical concepts, an openness dealing with foreign experiences and intercultural encounters in a constructive manner. To complete the seminar successfully, it is mandatory to participate in the kick-off-session.
Semester: WT 2019/20