Aspects And Processes In Developing Intercultural Communicative Competence Among Tourism Students
Keywords:
intercultural competence, tourism education, empathy, adaptability, individualization, emotional intelligence, intercultural communication.Abstract
The rapid acceleration of globalization, the steady growth of international tourism, and the expansion of intercultural contacts are placing new demands on the professional preparation of specialists in the tourism sector. A modern tourism professional must possess not only foreign language proficiency but also the ability to communicate effectively with representatives of diverse cultures, understand their values and behavioral norms, and manage potentially conflicting situations in a constructive manner. For this reason, the development of intercultural communicative competence has become one of the priority directions in the training of students majoring in tourism at higher education institutions.
This article examines the key aspects and processes involved in developing intercultural communicative competence among tourism students, with particular attention to empathy, psychological preparedness, adaptability, and individualization.
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