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Which element is NOT typically associated with globalization?
Which element is NOT typically associated with globalization?
- Enhanced communication between different nations.
- The integration of markets and investments.
- Increased movement of goods and services across borders.
- The homogenization of cultural practices worldwide. (correct)
What is cultural relativism in the context of global communication?
What is cultural relativism in the context of global communication?
- Judging other cultures based on the standards of one's own culture.
- Understanding and accepting a culture on its own terms. (correct)
- Ignoring cultural differences to facilitate communication.
- Promoting one's own culture as superior to others.
How can a lack of knowledge about other cultures negatively impact global communication?
How can a lack of knowledge about other cultures negatively impact global communication?
- It encourages individuals to rely on stereotypes.
- It can result in misunderstandings and offense. (correct)
- It can lead to more efficient and direct communication.
- It promotes cultural relativism.
What is the primary goal of effective global communication?
What is the primary goal of effective global communication?
Which of these options is an example of how globalization can provide opportunities?
Which of these options is an example of how globalization can provide opportunities?
When communicating globally, what is the initial step one should consider to ensure effectiveness?
When communicating globally, what is the initial step one should consider to ensure effectiveness?
How do people's backgrounds influence their view of the world?
How do people's backgrounds influence their view of the world?
Which of the following best describes cultural barriers in global communication?
Which of the following best describes cultural barriers in global communication?
What role does technology play in globalization as it relates to communication?
What role does technology play in globalization as it relates to communication?
Why is understanding different communication styles important in a global setting?
Why is understanding different communication styles important in a global setting?
What should be the first action taken to mitigate language barriers in global communication?
What should be the first action taken to mitigate language barriers in global communication?
How can businesses like Starbucks using complex accounting rules to pay lower taxes in some countries be viewed in the context of globalization?
How can businesses like Starbucks using complex accounting rules to pay lower taxes in some countries be viewed in the context of globalization?
In what way can social media contribute negatively to globalization?
In what way can social media contribute negatively to globalization?
To foster better global communication, which approach is LEAST effective?
To foster better global communication, which approach is LEAST effective?
Which of these scenarios represents a positive impact of globalization on employment?
Which of these scenarios represents a positive impact of globalization on employment?
Flashcards
Globalization
Globalization
The process by which people and goods move easily across borders, facilitated by technology and international trade, integrating markets, trade, and investments.
Cultural Relativism
Cultural Relativism
Understanding a culture on its own terms and avoiding judgments based on one's own cultural standards, promoting understanding of diverse cultural practices.
Discrimination and Harassment
Discrimination and Harassment
Unjust or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on race, age, or disability, creating a barrier to effective communication.
Global Communication
Global Communication
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Language Differences
Language Differences
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Cultural Relativism
Cultural Relativism
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Study Notes
Concept of Globalization
- Globalization involves the easy movement of people and goods across borders.
- It's communication supported by technology and driven by international trade among various nations' individuals, ethnicities, races, institutions, and governments.
- Globalization integrates markets, trade, business, and investment with minimal barriers to the flow of products and services.
- It includes the exchange and assimilation of ideas, customs, traditions, religions, arts, goods, and values.
- Exposure to diverse economic and cultural elements increases, including valuing gender, color, age, religion, education, social and economic status, and political beliefs.
- Globalization is an old process with roots in historical trade practices.
Making Connections through Global Communication
- Communication is increasingly global, extending beyond national boundaries.
- Effective global communication requires understanding differences in communication styles across countries and cultures.
- People's backgrounds and experiences influence their views and values.
- Potential cultural barriers to effective communication in a global setting:
- Cultural ethnocentrism involves judging other cultures by the standards of one's own culture.
- Lack of knowledge of other cultures is a barrier.
- Discrimination and harassment are cultural barriers.
- Language differences are a barrier.
- To improve global communication:
- Review communication principles.
- Analyze the message receiver.
- Be open to and accepting of other cultures.
- Learn about cultures and apply what is learned.
- Consider language needs.
- Global communication involves developing and sharing information through verbal and nonverbal messages in international settings.
- Increased global interactions lead to more language contact and exchange, making communication both challenging and viable.
Case Study: Starbucks
- Starbucks began in Seattle, Washington, in 1971 and now has 15,000 stores in 50 countries.
- The company purchases coffee from 29 countries, providing jobs and income to many people worldwide.
- In 2012, Starbucks was investigated for not paying enough tax to the UK government despite significant profits.
- As a multinational company, Starbucks used accounting rules to have profits taxed in countries with lower tax rates.
- This resulted in the British public missing out on government spending due to lower tax revenue.
Deepening Activity
- News travels faster due to globalization, but some news and reports can be fake and misleading.
- The internet contains a large amount of information, so it's essential to distinguish facts from false news.
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