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Which statement accurately describes the relationship between communication and humanity?
Which statement accurately describes the relationship between communication and humanity?
- Communication is intertwined with humanity, facilitating understanding and relationships. (correct)
- Communication becomes less important as societies become more technologically advanced.
- Communication is essential only in densely populated areas.
- Communication is primarily important for professional settings, not personal relationships.
What key element defines intercultural communication?
What key element defines intercultural communication?
- Sharing meanings and interpreting ideas exclusively within one's own cultural group.
- Avoiding discussions about cultural differences to prevent misunderstandings.
- Exchanging information mostly through written formats.
- Sharing meanings and interpreting ideas from individuals with different cultural backgrounds. (correct)
What is the main focus of interracial communication?
What is the main focus of interracial communication?
- Communication that takes place within a single nation.
- Interaction between people of the same race.
- Discussions focused on racial issues only.
- Interaction among people of different races. (correct)
Which scenario best describes inter-ethnic communication?
Which scenario best describes inter-ethnic communication?
What distinguishes international communication from other forms of intercultural communication?
What distinguishes international communication from other forms of intercultural communication?
What is the defining characteristic of intra-cultural communication?
What is the defining characteristic of intra-cultural communication?
According to Gamble and Gamble (2008), what are the two primary communication styles among cultures?
According to Gamble and Gamble (2008), what are the two primary communication styles among cultures?
What is a key trait of high-context communication?
What is a key trait of high-context communication?
How does low-context communication primarily function?
How does low-context communication primarily function?
How has communication influenced business, finance, and the economy?
How has communication influenced business, finance, and the economy?
How has the availability of communication platforms affected business opportunities?
How has the availability of communication platforms affected business opportunities?
What is key benefit of increased communication with other people?
What is key benefit of increased communication with other people?
How does Marshall McLuhan describe a 'global village'?
How does Marshall McLuhan describe a 'global village'?
What is a significant enabler of this 'global village'?
What is a significant enabler of this 'global village'?
What is the impact of online platforms on accesibility and equitability of information?
What is the impact of online platforms on accesibility and equitability of information?
Flashcards
Intercultural Communication
Intercultural Communication
Sharing meanings and interpreting ideas between people from different cultural backgrounds.
Interracial Communication
Interracial Communication
Interaction among people of different races or nationalities.
Inter-ethnic Communication
Inter-ethnic Communication
Interaction among people with different ethnic groups.
International Communication
International Communication
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Intra-cultural Communication
Intra-cultural Communication
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High-Context Communication
High-Context Communication
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Low-Context Communication
Low-Context Communication
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Creation of a Global Village
Creation of a Global Village
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Accessibility and Equitability
Accessibility and Equitability
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Study Notes
- Communication is connected to humanity, it important for understanding and relating to people.
Intercultural Communication
- Intercultural communication involves exchanging meanings and interpreting ideas with people from different cultural backgrounds.
Variations of Intercultural Communication
- Interracial communication is interaction among people of different races or nationalities.
- Inter-ethnic communication is interaction among people with different ethnic groups, or those sharing culture, language, religion, or history.
- International communication is interaction between persons representing different political structures.
- Intra-cultural communication is a type of communication where members of the same ethic, racial or subculture groups interact
High-Context vs. Low-Context Communication
- According to Gamble and Gamble (2008), communication styles vary across cultures and can be high-context or low-context.
- High-context communication is a tradition-linked system that is generally indirect.
- Low-context communication is a direct, straightforward system.
Impact of Communication
- Communication helps contribute to society and the world, and aids educational development and progress in business, finance, the economy, and lifestyle.
- Online platforms help to increase business opportunities.
- Communication platforms like Google Meet, Zoom, and Skype allow companies to hire employees and applicants from other countries.
- Communicating with others promotes understanding different cultures and customs.
- A "global village", formed when distance and separation become less important and made possible as a result of technology connecting people, according Marshall McLuhan.
- Online platforms such as Facebook, Google, YouTube, e-books, and search engines, provide accessibility, people are given an equal opportunity to access and study information.
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