NUTR-2160 Lecture Notes - Lecture 1: Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Relationship, Stereotype
19 May 2019
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Intercultural communications encompasses language and context in which words are interpreted, including: Gestures; posture; spatial relationships; concepts of time; status of persons; individual"s role within a group; and setting. Most people are comfortable conversing with those who are culturally similar to themselves. When response is not as expected, communication can break down; relationship can deteriorate. Interpersonal relationships are based on personal communication preferences. Group interactions commonly depend on cultural or social norms. Misinterpretations at the cultural or social levels of communication are more likely to occur because they are more generalized. The challenge is to increase familiarity with cultural communication behaviors. Also, remain aware of personal cues and move quickly to an interpersonal relationship. The abstract nature of language means it can be correctly interpreted only within context. Issues common to cultural worldview such as individual"s role in the group; perceptions of power and time.
