What are the advantages of the “culture-general” approach to the study of intercultural communication over the “culture-specific” method?

Communication

Which ten words do you believe best describe your culture?

What are the advantages of the “culture-general” approach to the study of intercultural communication over the “culture-specific” method?

List ten communication characteristics that you would like to develop if you were selected to visit another country as an exchange student.

Can you give an example of how each of the three components  of intercultural communication competence can be improved? Be specific.