Communication Accommodation Strategies of International Exchange Students in Interacting with Local Students at Trunojoyo Madura University
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Intercultural Communication, Communication Accommodation Strategies, International Students, Student InteractionAbstract
This study aims to examine communication barriers and communication accommodation strategies employed by international exchange students in their interactions with local students at Trunojoyo Madura University. Differences in cultural background, language, and social practices frequently create communication challenges that affect the adaptation process of international students in the campus environment. This research adopts a qualitative approach using a narrative research design. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation involving four international exchange students who had studied at Trunojoyo Madura University for a minimum of six months. The findings reveal that the primary communication barriers include limited proficiency in the Indonesian language, differences in communication styles, and variations in social norms. To address these challenges, international students apply several communication accommodation strategies, such as linguistic convergence, seeking assistance from local students, utilizing nonverbal communication strategies, and maintaining their original cultural identity. These strategies facilitate more effective interactions and foster harmonious social relationships. The study contributes theoretically to intercultural communication studies and practically serves as a reference for higher education institutions in designing support programs for international students.
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