Module 6-9 Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings PDF

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PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings 1 Module Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings At the end of this module, you are expected to: 1. Identify the local and global communication in multicultural settings, and 2. Enumerate the varieties ...

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PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings

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Module 6-9: Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings At the end of this module, you are expected to: 1.

Identify the local and global communication in multicultural settings, and

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Enumerate the varieties and registers of spoken and written language.

Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Settings It is indeed a challenge to communicate to a person with cultural diversity because a context may differ depending on the person’s perception of word meaning in relation to their culture. The culture shapes so much of the way a person interacts with each other, and then when you think about language barriers and vocabulary used by different generations, it is easy to see where miscommunication can happen.

Barriers to Local and Global Communication in Multicultural Setting Some of the barriers to effective communication are language, medium of communication, personality and culture. Culture became a barrier to an effective communication when a person has different language bearing, and they have different interpretation to such words. Example of which is the “ok sign” done by everyone.

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One gesture has a lot of interpretation. In US, the ok sign means “ok”, while in Brazil it means an insult when you do the “ok sign”. The picture above clearly states the different meaning of a hand gesture. It goes to show that when the culture is different from someone else, misunderstanding will likely to occur. The best way to avoid such things is to learn other‘s culture and to set an awareness as to how one will react and behave when such situation arise. It is also relevant to know and understand the importance of verbal and non-verbal communication and how it takes place to multicultural setting. It is advised to know and learn the culture beforehand to avoid misconception. Upon learning the culture, expect differences. A person with different culture from you has different language or may speak at different volumes, less or direct in showing emotion or may or may not engage in small talks. Be wary of how you deliver your words or show your gesture because it may lead to a lot of misconception. It is important to use formal words in order to not offend others despite of cultural differences. This is the best way to deal in multicultural setting locally and globally.

Varieties and Registers of Spoken and Written Language Registers are the style of language spoken and writing that is appropriate for a certain situation. It could be formal, informal or neutral. In writing discipline, the language registers determines the vocabulary, structure, and some grammar in writing.

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There are different language registers for different types of writing that everyone uses, just as the language everyone spoken. Communication depends on how you communicate with different people. Example: To your brother: What's up? Good thing you came to visit! To the President: Good morning, Mr. President. Thank you for visiting. Formal Language Register In academic writing, formal writing is required but said to be the most difficult because it uses formal language and formal structures of grammar. Common examples are essays, business letters and reports among others. Informal Language Register This is written in a manner of talking to a closest someone such as friends and family. We used informal language in this type of writing because it shows how we know them very well. Informal writing includes:       

Personal e-mails Phone texts Short notes Friendly letters Most blogs Diaries and journals

Neutral Language Register

In neutral writing, it does not necessarily formal or informal, and it is incorporated with nonemotional

topics.

Examples: 

Reviews

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It

is

not

positive

or

negative

but

also

delivers

facts.

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Some letters

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Some essays

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Technical writing

In one prominent model, Martin Joos (1961)

describes five styles in spoken

English: Frozen: Also

referred

to

as static register.

Printed

unchanging

language,

such

as Biblical quotations, often contains archaisms. Examples are the Pledge of Allegiance of the United States of America and other "static" vocalizations. The wording is exactly the same every time it is spoken. Formal One-way participation; no interruption; technical vocabulary or exact definitions are important: ; includes presentations or introductions between strangers. Consultative: Two-way participation; background information is provided – prior knowledge is not assumed. "Back-channel behavior" such as "uh huh", "I see", etc. is common. Interruptions are allowed. Examples include teacher/student, doctor/patient, expert/apprentice, etc. Casual: In-group

friends

and

acquaintances;

no

background

information

provided; ellipsis and slang common; interruptions common. This is common among friends in a social setting. Intimate: Non-public; intonation more important than wording or grammar; private vocabulary. Also includes non-verbal messages. This is most common among family members and close friends.

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References and Supplementary Materials Perceptions on Diversity in a Multicultural Setting https://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/obj/thesescanada/vol2/OSUL/TC-OSUL-296.pdf May 16, 2018

IFLA -- Defining "Multiculturalism" https://www.ifla.org/publications/defining-multiculturalism, Dec 23, 2016

Effective Communication in Multicultural Group Settings https://prezi.com/ezgj27f2jr1/effective-communication-in-multicultural-group-settings/ December 5, 2013 How to Communicate Well With People from www.wikihow.com/Communicate-Well-With-People-from-Other-Cultures

Other

Cultures,

Language Registers, https://www.slideshare.net/moniqueneita/language-registers, February 11, 2013 Language Register, http://www.really-learn-english.com/language-register.html

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