Стирая границы: язык, когнитивные и культурные феномены

Тема 1. Intercultural interactions and communication issues. Translation and cross-cultural adaptation skills

Тема 2. Metaphors and the way they are shaping the reality around us. Critical thinking and metaphorical analysis

Тема 3. Bartlett's schema theory, Lakoff, Brown аnd Levinson's politeness theory, positive and negative face. Understanding and application of polite speech and idiomatic expressions

Тема 4. Hedging as a communicative strategy in the anglophone world. Specific communicative contexts such as academic discourse and interpersonal interactions. Applying principles of corpus linguistics

Тема 5. Global business communication strategies. Emphasizing effective communication practices in global business settings, including intercultural negotiation, business etiquette, and cross-cultural teamwork

Тема 6. Language and power dynamics. Exploring how language shapes and reflects power dynamics in different cultural and social contexts, including the impact of language on social hierarchies, gender roles, and institutional authority

Тема 7. Intercultural conflict resolution. Understanding and managing conflicts that arise in intercultural interactions, addressing cultural misunderstandings, and applying conflict resolution strategies in diverse cultural settings

Тема 8. Cultural diversity in media representation. Examining the portrayal of diverse cultures and identities in media, analyzing the influence of media on perceptions of culture, and exploring strategies for promoting cultural inclusivity and representation