Theoretical Frameworks in Cross‑Cultural Communication Research
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.66069/ojspub.25360606Keywords:
Cross‑cultural communication, Theoretical framework, Culture‑communication nexus, Predictive validity, Theory developmentAbstract
This paper critically reviews the theoretical frameworks underpinning cross‑cultural communication research, with the principal aim of elucidating the nature of intercultural interaction, clarifying the dynamic relationship between culture and communication, and enabling communicators to generate accurate predictions of communicative outcomes. It synthesizes a range of theoretical perspectives proposed from diverse scholarly traditions, highlighting how these models collectively contribute to the ongoing refinement and theoretical expansion of the field. By mapping the conceptual landscape and identifying core explanatory mechanisms, this review provides a consolidated foundation for future empirical inquiry and theoretical advancement in cross‑cultural communication studies.
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