MODULE 2 - COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES

What term describes when co-culture members try to become members of the dominant culture by dressing similarly and engaging in their topics?

Assimilation

What happens to the original cultural ways of co-culture members during assimilation?

They give up their own cultural ways

What is the primary goal of accommodation for co-culture members?

To keep their identity while building relationships with the dominant culture

How do co-culture members practice accommodation?

By doing what the dominant culture does while observing their own practices

What term describes when co-culture members opt not to communicate and engage with members of the dominant culture? Assertiveness

Separation

What characterizes aggressive or confrontational communication by co-culture members?

Becoming extremely expressive and self-promoting

What is the goal of aggressive or confrontational communication in this context?

To control the choices and practices of the dominant culture

What defines assertive communication for co-culture members?

Seeking to establish a shared cultural identity with the dominant culture

What characterizes passive communication by co-culture members?

Employing avoidance strategies and having little to do with the dominant culture

Which region is associated with High-Context communication systems?

Asian

Which region is associated with Low-Context communication systems?

Western

How is the communication style of High-Context cultures described?

Too polite and indirect

How is the communication style of Low-Context cultures described?

They employ a more direct strategy

Which countries are listed as examples of Individualistic cultures?

Great Britain, US, Canada, France, Germany

Which regions are listed as examples of Collectivistic cultures?

Arab, African, Asian, Latin American countries

What do individualistic cultures emphasize in relationships?

Individual goals and achievement

How do collectivistic cultures define relationships with others?

By nurturing group members and making sure everybody succeeds

Which countries are listed as examples of High Power Distance cultures?

Saudi Arabia, India, Malaysia

Which countries are listed as examples of Low Power Distance cultures?

Israel, Sweden, US

How do High Power Distance cultures view power?

As a reality that exists in society where position is always considered

How do subordinates behave in High Power Distance cultures?

They submit themselves and follow superiors

When do Low Power Distance cultures use power?

Only when legitimate or essential

What characterizes the relationship between superiors and subordinates in Low Power Distance cultures?

They exercise interdependence and subordinates could contradict bosses

Which countries are listed as examples of Masculine Culture?

Japan, Italy, Mexico, Great Britain

Which countries are listed as examples of Feminine Culture?

Sweden, Norway, The Netherlands, Thailand, Chile

What is the attitude towards gender roles in Masculine cultures?

Members tend to be dominant and competitive

What conflict strategy is employed by Masculine cultures?

A win-lose strategy

What conflict strategy is employed by Feminine cultures?

A win-win strategy

What characterizes a Monochronic approach to time?

Concentrating on one task and finishing it before starting another

What characterizes a Polychronic approach to time?

Doing a number of things at the same time