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

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Imprint:Amsterdam ; Philadelphia : John Benjamins Pub. Co., ©2009.
Description:1 online resource (viii, 277 pages)
Language:English
Series:Dialogue studies, 1875-1792 ; v. 4
Dialogue studies ; v. 4.
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11282372
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Other authors / contributors:Baraldi, Claudio.
ISBN:9789027288912
9027288917
9789027210210
9027210217
Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
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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.
Other form:Print version: Dialogue in intercultural communities. Amsterdam ; Philadelphia : John Benjamins Pub. Co., ©2009 9789027210210