Dialogue in intercultural communities : from an educational point of view /

This book explores the meanings of educational interactions which aim to promote peace and positive relationships. This analysis is based on theories of communication and active participation in education systems, in particular in intercultural settings. The book investigates the cultural presupposi...

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Other Authors: Baraldi, Claudio
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam ; Philadelphia : John Benjamins Pub. Co., ©2009.
Series:Dialogue studies ; v. 4.
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Online Access:CONNECT
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Summary:This book explores the meanings of educational interactions which aim to promote peace and positive relationships. This analysis is based on theories of communication and active participation in education systems, in particular in intercultural settings. The book investigates the cultural presuppositions of dialogues which can empower participants' expressions in interactions through the management of discussions and conflicts. These presuppositions are observed in the use of language in participants' narratives and interactions. The book draws on the fine-grained analysis of a large corpus of.
Item Description:EBSCO eBook Academic Comprehensive Collection North America
Physical Description:1 online resource (viii, 277 pages)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9789027288912
9027288917
9789027210210
9027210217
ISSN:1875-1792 ;