Intercultural communication involves different worldviews from "summary" of Intercultural Communication in Contexts Instructor's Resource Manual by Judith N. Martin,Thomas K. Nakayama,Lisa Bradford,Jolanta A. Drzewiecka
Intercultural communication involves different worldviews because people from different cultures have unique ways of perceiving and interpreting the world around them. These worldviews are shaped by a variety of factors, including cultural norms, values, beliefs, and experiences. For example, individuals from collectivist cultures may prioritize the needs of the group over the needs of the individual, while those from individualistic cultures may place a greater emphasis on personal autonomy and independence.
These different worldviews can lead to misunderstandings and miscommunications in intercultural interactions. For instance, a person from a high-context culture, where communication is often implicit and relies on nonverbal cues, may have difficulty understanding someone from a low-context culture, where communication is more explicit and relies on verbal messages. This discrepancy in communication styles can result in confusion, frustration, and conflict.
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