Communicating with people from different cultures and languages is full of rewards, but also full of challenges. This type of communication involves a series of specific patterns, strategies and unwritten rules which are at the core of a growing study area commonly known as intercultural communication.
Using examples from the BBC Bakeation series and interviews with the production team, we explore different aspects of intercultural communication as the Hairy Bikers address a variety of linguistic challenges throughout the series.
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Having a go
The key to successful intercultural communication is very simple: just get out there and give it a go!
Watch nowHaving a goLevel: 1 Introductory
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When words do not matter
Body language, gestures, willingness to communicate and share knowledge can get you a long way when you do not speak each other’s language.
Watch nowWhen words do not matterLevel: 1 Introductory
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When words do matter
Gestures and body language can only get you so far. Sooner or later, you will find yourself in a situation in which verbal language actually matters.
Watch nowWhen words do matterLevel: 1 Introductory
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Competent speakers
People who speak a foreign language very well never stop learning and use a variety of communication strategies. Watch the experts at work.
Watch nowCompetent speakersLevel: 1 Introductory
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The language of sharing
Communication brings people together. Sharing through language, food, music and drink is at the core of human relationships.
Watch nowThe language of sharingLevel: 1 Introductory
With additional academic support from Elodie Vialleton.
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