Influence of stereotypes on the process of intercultural communication

Krivosheeva Elena Nikolaevna, Lukovtseva Viktoria Nikolaevna

the article discusses the issues of stereotypes and their role in teaching intercultural communication. Very often, stereotypes can lead to discrimination that turns inaccurate and negative feelings into actions against certain individuals or groups. However, this can be prevented if aspects of cross-cultural communication are correctly added to the curriculum in specialized schools and gymnasiums in order to avoid cultural shock during subsequent communication with a native speaker.

Keywords:culture; intercultural communication; stereotype; ethnocentrism