Intercultural Communication

Intercultural Communication

1. Cultural Difference

   • Low Context
     • Western Society (Australia, US, GB)
     • Focus on spoken word, direct, individualistic
   • High Context
     • Asian, Middle Eastern
     • Collectivist, Focus on body language, facial expression, inferential, indirect, non-conflict

2. Types of Communication

   • Verbal
     • Spoken words
     • Written
     • SMS
     • Sign Language
   • Non-verbal
     • Body language
     • Facial Expression
     • Gestures
       • Shrug
   • Symbols and Semiotics

3. Role of Technology

   • Positives
     • Speed of information
     • Increased Access
     • Avoid Awkwardness
   • Negative
     • Less face to face

4. Japanese

   • Types of Communication
   • Cultural Difference
   • Gender Roles

5. Gender Roles

   • Males
     • Communication to Socialise
     • Talk side by side
     • Masculinity
   • Females
     • Build interpersonal relationships
     • Share emotions
     • Talk face to face