Open-mindedness trait affects the development of intercultural communication competence in short-term overseas study programs: a mixed-method exploration

Abstract Background Overseas study trips can enhance healthcare students’ intercultural communication competence. An opportunity to immerse in the new culture enables them to develop their ability to offer services to people from different countries. However, the role that open-mindedness (i.e., a p...

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Main Authors: Chen Wang, Shuang-Ying Wu, Yi-Zi Nie, Guan-Yu Cui, Xiang-Yu Hou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-03-01
Series:BMC Medical Education
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12909-022-03281-2