Group 2 (Purposive Communication) Cultural Communication PDF

## The Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings The image depicts a title page for a presentation about the local and global communication in multicultural settings, and the varieties and registers of English language; spoken and written. ### Battle of Royale The image describes a...

## The Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings The image depicts a title page for a presentation about the local and global communication in multicultural settings, and the varieties and registers of English language; spoken and written. ### Battle of Royale The image describes a battle royale, with the text "BATTLE ROYALE" in yellow bold letters with a red background. The word "BATTLE" is larger than the word "ROYALE". There are some random abstract shapes on the image as well as two cartoon hands with a small explosion next to them. ### ReGap The image describes a re-cap, with the text "REGAP" in white in a decorative serif font. It asks "What are your most important takeaways from the first group's discussion?" and answers with "Mainly about Globalization and its roles in communication, or in Global Culture Climate." ### Learning Objectives The image shows three cartoon characters with their faces partially visible behind the text. - Discuss various cultural and intercultural modes of communication. - Determine culturally appropriate terms, expressions, and images and adopt cultural and intercultural awareness and sensitivity in communication of ideas - Discuss the different registers of English in Written and Spoken manner ### Motif Question The image contains a cartoon character looking to the right, with the question mark in red to the right of the text. If language is the key to understanding, how do we unlock communication when the same language is spoken and perceived in so many different ways? ### World of Diversity The image depicts a diverse group of individuals, with the text "A World of Diversity" in white in a decorative serif font. It states that "Parapak (1995) describes our world as a world of diversity." ### Local and Global Communication - **Local communication** refers to the ability to communicate with the members of our local area. It can either be in our local language (mother tongue) or a common language we speak in our town. - **Global communication** are ways that people connect, share, relate, and mobilize across geographic, political, economic, social, and cultural divides. ### Multiculturalism - **Multiculturalism** refers to the presence of people with several cultures in a specific setting. It is the coexistence of diverse cultures, where culture includes racial, religious, or cultural groups and is manifested in customary behaviors, values, patterns of thinking, and **COMMUNICATIVE STYLES.** - **Multicultural settings** are spaces where people from diverse cultural backgrounds converge, whether in local contexts such as classrooms, workplaces, or global contexts like international organizations or online platforms. ### Intercultural Communication The image shows two cartoon characters facing each other, with one looking to the left and one to the right. What is Intercultural Communication? It is a discipline that studies communication across different cultures and social groups, or how culture affects communication. ### Forms of Intercultural Communication - **Interracial communication** - communicating with people from different races. - **Interethnic communication** - interacting with people of different ethnic origin. - **International communication** - communicating between representatives from different nations. - **Intracultural communication** - interacting with members of the same racial or ethnic group or co-culture ### Try Answering These Match the following scenarios to one of the communication types: - A. Interracial Communication - B. Interethnic Communication - C. International Communication - D. Intracultural Communication #### Scenarios 1. Ma'am Pheebs Silvano mentors a group of mixed-race students, including White, Asian, and Native American students, in PUP-San Juan. Each student's racial background might influence their perspectives and communication styles. 2. Mr. Carlos Yulo, a two-time olympic champion negotiates with a Chinese athlete. Each representative carries the cultural and national pride and heritage of their respective countries while communicating in English as the common language in Paris Olympics 2024. 3. Two Filipino coworkers in the U.S. is discussing Filipino food traditions during a lunch break. Their conversation is shaped by shared cultural experiences growing up in the Philippines and living as immigrants. 4. Doc lan, a Filipino researcher is collaborating with a Malaysian colleague, Ma'am Anji for an experimental research. Both may belong to the broader Southeast Asian region but come from distinct ethnic origins, speaking different languages and practicing distinct cultural traditions. ### High and Low Context Communication According to Gamble and Gamble (2008), communication style among cultures differs, it may be high context or low-context communication. - **High-context communication** is a tradition-linked communication system which adheres strongly to being indirect. - **Low-context communication** is a system that works on straightforward communication. ### Miscommunication in Intercultural Communication "It has become a widespread notion that speakers' use of different languages results in intercultural miscommunication and misunderstanding. As Scollon and Scollon (1995) state: When we are communicating with people who are very different from us, it is very difficult to know how to draw inferences about what they mean, and so it is impossible to depend on shared knowledge and background for confidence in our interpretation." ### Cultural and Intercultural Awareness The image shows two cartoon characters, one looking to the right and one to the left, with a question mark next to the text "What is Intercultural Awareness"? - **Cultural Awareness** - The ability to identify and comprehend the distinctions between one's own culture and the cultures of others is referred to as cultural awareness. It focuses on understanding particular cultural norms, values, and behaviors in order to assist people in navigating cultural differences in communication styles, gestures, and customs. - **Intercultural Awareness** - Beyond simply identifying differences, intercultural awareness implies a deeper comprehension of the ways in which cultures interact and influence one another. It places a strong emphasis on adaptability and the capacity to negotiate cross-cultural relationships while being aware of both transcultural and culturally specific factors. ### Self-Assessment **How do you get to communicate effectively across cultures? Indicate whether you agree or disagree with each of the following statements:** 1. I am interested in interacting with people who are both like me and different from me. 2. I am sensitive to the concerns of all minority and majority groups in our multicultural country. 3. I can sense when persons from other cultures seem not to understand me or get confused by my actions. 4. I have no fear communicating with persons from both minor and major cultural groups. 5. People from other cultures may get angry with my cultural affiliates. 6. I deal with conflicts with people from other cultures depending on the situation and their cultural background 7. My culture is inferior to other cultures. 8. I can manage my behavior when dealing with people of different cultures. 9. I show respect to the diverse communication practices of other people. **Note: The more number of agreements you have indicates the more prepared you are in expanding your communication arena by welcoming people from different cultures.** ### Global Communication and Intercultural Competence The image depicts a cartoon character looking to the left, with a speech bubble. Effective global and intercultural communication involves cultural adaptability. It enables people with distinct cultural backgrounds to build positive connections that follow human rights values and concepts that promote respect for cultural diversity. ### Achieving Global and Intercultural Competence The image shows a diverse group of individuals, with various religious symbols in the background. In achieving global and intercultural competence, one must able to adapt to different cultural norms, beliefs, and communication styles. - **Cultural norms - (Greetings)** Different cultures have different forms of greetings, such as handshakes, bows, or kisses on the cheeks. - **Beliefs - (Religious)** An individual's beliefs may influence various aspects of their life, such as their attitudes towards work, family, and social interactions. - **Communication styles - Language** is a powerful tool for communication, but it can also be a source of misunderstanding when used incorrectly or inappropriately. ### Global Communication and Intercultural Competence: Will Baker's Article The image shows a cartoon character talking to a group of faceless characters. - **Byram** highlights the need to understand the multi-voiced 'diglossic' nature of culture, which contains conflicting and contradictory views. - **Negotiated communication of intercultural communication,** with no one speaker providing the norms or ideal model to which the other has to conform. ### Challenges in Multicultural Communication The image depicts three cartoon characters holding a white banner with the text "CHALLENGES IN MULTICULTURAL COMMUNICATION" in yellow bold letters. - **Language Barriers** are difficulties in communication when people try to communicate but have different language, dialect, and accents. - **Differing Communication Styles** refers to the different ways to express themselves and engage others. - **Cultural Barriers** refers to a people with different cultural background. - **Non-verbal Communication** is a communication with other people without the use of words. ### Key Solutions to the Challenges in Multicultural Communication - **Cultural Awareness** - understanding the differences and similarities between cultures. - **Clear and Simple Language** - use a words or phrases that are easy to understand. - **Non-verbal Sensitivity** - reflect on your own body language and how it may impact your messages. - **Open-Mindedness** - appreciate that people come from different backgrounds that shape their viewpoints. - **Adaptability** - willingness to adjust communication style based on listeners. - **Active Listening** - give full attention and understand to what are others saying. ## Lesson 2: Multicultural Setting and Language Register - **Definitions of a Language Register:** Varieties and levels of language used in communication. Language variation is “defined by use, not by the user" (Youssef, 2015). ### Common Language Registers: 1. **Formal:** Professional and structured. 2. **Neutral:** Non-emotional, fact-based communication. 3. **Informal:** Conversational and casual language. ### Formal Language Register Guidelines - Avoid contractions (e.g., can't, don't) unless quoting directly. - Spell out numbers under one hundred. - Write in third-person perspective. - Avoid slang, idioms, exaggerations, and clichés. - Use acronyms and abbreviations only after first defining them. - Employ good transition words (e.g., however, nevertheless). - Use complete sentences throughout. ### Neutral Language Register - Neutrality can be observed in technical writings such as reviews, news articles, and product descriptions. - Neutral language uses short and simple sentence structures and is free from colloquialisms. - It is non-emotional and remains objective and unbiased. - Giving directions, instructions, and presentations. ### Informal Language Register - Informal writing is conversational. It includes text messages, emails, diaries, and journal entries. - This type of language uses many nonstandard grammatical forms, such as slang, incomplete sentences, or regional phrasing. The presentation concludes with a thank you slide featuring the same caricature characters from the first slide. The message reads "Thank you!".