Module Code 單元編號 LIN3044 Module Title 單元名稱 ENGLISH FOR CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION IN THE GREATER BAY AREA AND BEYOND Module Synopsis 單元概要 With the rapid global increase in mobility, technology and the ensuing growth of multilingualism, cross-cultural understanding has become essential for communicating effectively with others from different cultures and promoting coordinated regional development. Moreover, there is a growing sense of urgency for cultivating talents to promote Hong Kong’s reputation globally as a leading international city and enhance its role in fostering exchange as well as stronger ties with other cities in the Greater Bay Area. This course aims to strengthen students’ English speaking and writing abilities by engaging with a wide range of original sources. It also prepares them with enhanced competitiveness and international competence for living and working in a cross-cultural context. In addition, the course will cover practical skills for communication and translation in diverse cultural situations and for critically analysing different culture-specific rules of the use of language.