Purposive Communication 4

Week 4

High Context

rely on shared experiences, relationships, and nonverbal cue

Low Context

depend on direct and explicit language

Sequential Culture

views time as linear and structured

Synchronic Culture

see time as flexible and adaptable

Affective Culture

Openly display emotions

Neutral Culture

encourage emotional restraint and self control

Forms of Intercultural Communication

-Interracial Communication

-Interethnic Communication

-International Communication

-Intracultural Communication

Interracial Communication

Interaction among people belonging to different racial groups

Interethnic Communication

Interaction among people from different ethnic groups with distinct cultural traditions and identities.

International Communication

Communication between individuals, organizations, or governments representing different countries.

Intracultural Communication

Communication among members of the same cultural group who share similar cultural characteristics

Intercultural Communication

-Between cultures

-Communication process

-Cultural exchange

-Cross-cultural understanding

Multicultural Communication

-Multiple cultures together

-Shared environment

-Inclusions

-Managing diversity

7 Characteristics of a Communicator who is Interculturally Competent

1. Cultural Self-Awareness

2. Appreciation of Diversity

3. Respectfulness

4. Empathy

5. Adaptability

6. Open-Mindedness

7. Effective Listening

Pakikipagkapwa / Kapwa

Shared identity and human connectedness

Paggalang

Respect

Hiya

Sense of propriety / social decorum

Pakikisama

Maintaining harmonious relationships

Bayanihan

cooperation and community spirit

Utang na Loob

gratitude and reciprocity

Braj Kachru’s Model of World Englishes

explains how English is used globally based on its historical and functional role in different societies.

-Inner Circle

-Outer Circle

-Expanding Circle

Inner Circle

-English as a native/first language

-Main language of daily communication

Ex: USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand

Outer Circle

-English as a second language

-Used in government, education, business, and law

Ex: Philippines, India, Singapore, Malaysia, Nigeria

Expanding Circle

-English as a foreign language

-Learned for international communication, academics, and careers

Ex: China, Japan, Korea, Russia. Taiwan

Formal Register

used in academic, professional, and official settings where language needs to be precise, objective, and carefully planned

Informal Register

used in everyday communication among people who share close relationships. Language tends to be personal, relaxed, and conversational

Scientific Register

used in scientific and academic disciplines that require evidence based and objective communication.

Religious Register

used in religious activities, worship, and spiritual communication

Legal Register

used in legal contexts where precision and specificity are essential

Digital or Texting Register

used in online and mobile communication where brevity and speed are prioritized