期刊名称:International Journal of Multimedia and Ubiquitous Engineering
印刷版ISSN:1975-0080
出版年度:2015
卷号:10
期号:8
页码:115-124
DOI:10.14257/ijmue.2015.10.8.12
出版社:SERSC
摘要:Today, interculturalism has been raised to overcome conflicts and confrontations between races by respecting each other and enhancing the value of cultural diversity. This article searches for strategy of intercultural dialogue through analyzing media contents. Italian film Welcome to South effectively demonstrates transformation process in which cultural prejudice is overcome and communication between distinct culture is promoted. Preconceived images surrounding aliens work as stereotypes that cause misunderstanding and disbelief. The main character overcomes this obstacle and realizes mutual understanding and respect with open-mindedness, through encouraging cultural communication. Such media literacy can be well utilized for intercultural education, an indispensable component of this multicultural society. A Movie which delivers message through storytelling and visual and auditory media can be effectively utilized for medial education.
关键词:Media Education; Intercultural Dialogue; Intercultural Education; Media ; Literacy; Cultural Diversity; Welcome to South