Cultural awareness - learner
1. Cultural awareness
1.2. Multicultural nonverbal language
Every communication has its both verbal and non-verbal features. The non-verbal communication includes one’s body language and behaviour that reflects personal, but also cultural traits and values. Try to reflect on the following, and put a mark (X) on YES or NO.
Body language and people’s behaviour across national cultures | YES | NO |
Different national cultures prescribe different ways of greeting people. |
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I know how some other cultures than my own use eye contact in interpersonal communication. |
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There is one, universal way of showing respect for other people through body language. |
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My colleagues know exactly what kind of behaviour is specific in my own culture. |
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I know how my own culture is perceived by others and it is correct. |
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Many persons perceive my culture, norms and traditions in a way that is not true/correct. |
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I have noticed that in certain cultures women and men are being greeted differently by the opposite gender. |
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I know of at least five different national cultures where people behave in a special way. |
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The way I analyse and judge other cultural norms is always right. |
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