Glocal Tensions
Year: 2018
Type: book-chapter
Abstract: In this chapter, the authors discuss the divergences between a multicultural and multilingual globalized digital world in which users have no boundaries and can talk to each other by posting comments on a platform such as YouTube and the verbal violence, clashes, and nationalistic identities. They also discuss tensions in vlogger’s expression of identity in another vlog "Les differences entre la France et les USA". When introducing language learners to vlogging, teachers must help students understand the unique context in which they are practicing their language ability, while also developing their digital literacy skills and creativity. The authors show how Michael's identity is constructed through his multiple digital identities spread across his social networks. In order to study intercultural communication in a globalized era the authors adopt the conceptual tools of 'superdiversity' and 'intercultural sensitivity'. They apply Milton J. Bennett's Developmental Model of Intercultural Sensitivity framework to explain the observed experience of YouTube users in the inter-cultural context.
Source: Routledge eBooks
Authors: Tatiana Codreanu, Christelle Combe
Language: English
Subfield: Communication
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W3092321868