Culture and Identity
What is culture, and how is it different from society?
Culture is shared beliefs and traditions; society is a group of people.
What is cultural relativism?
Cultural relativism means respecting other cultures.
What is high-context communication?
High-context communication uses indirect messages.
What is globalization?
Globalization connects cultures worldwide.
What is the difference between stereotyping and generalization?
Stereotyping is making assumptions about groups.
What are the main characteristics of culture?
Culture is learned and shared.
What is ethnocentrism?
Ethnocentrism means thinking one’s culture is best.
What is low-context communication?
Low-context communication uses direct language.
What is cultural homogenization?
Cultural homogenization makes cultures similar.
What is othering?
Prejudice is attitude; discrimination is action.
How does enculturation shape an individual’s values and behavior?
Enculturation teaches values and behavior.
What is cultural identity?
Cultural identity is belonging to a culture.
How do context differences lead to misunderstandings?
Different styles can cause misunderstandings
What is cultural hybridity?
Cultural hybridity is mixing cultures.
What are barriers to intercultural communication?
Implicit bias is unconscious opinion.
What stages or processes are involved in enculturation?
It involves learning norms and traditions.
What factors influence cultural identity?
Family, language, and religion influence identity.
What is face negotiation theory?
Face negotiation theory explains conflict management.
What is glocalization?
Glocalization combines global and local culture.
What is cultural competence?
Intercultural sensitivity means respecting differences.
What is acculturation, and when does it occur?
Acculturation happens when adapting to another culture.
What is intercultural identity?
Intercultural identity comes from multiple cultures.
What is politeness theory?
Politeness theory explains showing respect in communication.
What is cultural imperialism?
Cultural imperialism is domination by one culture.
How can intercultural communication skills be applied in real life?
Cultural intelligence is working well with other cultures.