scholarly journals Intercultural Hands on Projects – Experiences in Architectural Education in Asian and European Context

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. 02002 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcus Hackel ◽  
Andrea Gaube ◽  
MA Sabrina Lampe
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Cultural Influence ◽  
Cultural Background ◽  
Interdisciplinary Cooperation ◽  
Architectural Education ◽  
Construction Process ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Interdisciplinary Projects ◽  
Architectural Planning

The duties of German architects include the indepth design process as well as a thorough quality supervision during the construction process with the goal of the “build success“. They are reflected in the “Hands on Projects” organized by German Universities. The best results and broadest findings come out of international and interdisciplinary cooperation and projects with participants coming from the diverse cultural background and even integrating refugees into these projects. Students get in touch with different philosophies, attitudes, values, and approaches. They learn about intercultural communication and develop unique solutions. Different social and cultural background leads to different behavior. Not being aware of the cultural differences may lead to misunderstanding and irritation. Analysing the cause of these misunderstandings and getting knowledge about the cultural influence on architectural planning, communication and problem solving is one of the mayors tasks of these intercultural and interdisciplinary projects. Two case studies from Thailand and Germany published in this paper show different experiences with intercultural and interdisciplinary “Hands on Projects”.

scholarly journals Cultural influence on innovativeness - links between “The Culture Map” and the “Global Innovation Index”

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Viola Isabel Nyssen Guillén ◽  
Carsten Deckert
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Cultural Influence ◽  
Cultural Dimensions ◽  
Multicultural Teams ◽  
Ongoing Debate ◽  
Cultural Aspects ◽  
Global Innovation

AbstractIn the ongoing debate on the relation of cultural differences and national innovativeness this research aims to find out which of the seven cultural dimensions of The Culture Map (communicating, evaluating, leading, deciding, trusting, disagreeing, scheduling) have a significant influence on a nation’s ability and capacity to innovate. The findings show that cultural aspects as described by The Culture Map clearly influence the innovativeness of a nation. Based on these findings, tentative recommendations for fruitful monocultural and multicultural teams respectively are given.

scholarly journals Interdisciplinary conversations in STEM education: can faculty understand each other better than their students do?

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey M. Rabin ◽  
Adam Burgasser ◽  
Thomas J. Bussey ◽  
John Eggers ◽  
Stanley M. Lo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Stem Education ◽  
Interdisciplinary Collaboration ◽  
Rate Of Change ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
College Mathematics ◽  
Instructional Videos ◽  
Interdisciplinary Projects ◽  
Shared Understandings ◽  
Better Than

AbstractRate of change concepts from calculus are presented and applied rather differently in college mathematics, physics, biology, and chemistry classes. This is not simply a matter of pedagogical style but reflects real cultural differences between these disciplines. We describe the efforts of our interdisciplinary collaboration to understand and reconcile these differences as we designed and discussed instructional videos for students. We summarize our conversations about terminology, notation, functions, rates, units, and sign conventions across the disciplines. We present some strategies that enabled us to communicate effectively, resolve confusions, and reach shared understandings. Our work has implications for others involved in collaborative interdisciplinary projects and for STEM educators.In theory, there’s no difference between theory and practice. But in practice, there is.– Benjamin Brewster. Also attributed to Yogi Berra.

scholarly journals Komunikasi Antarbudaya Dalam Interaksi Beragama Di Pura Bukit Karangasem

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-44
Author(s):  
I Gusti Ayu Ratna Pramesti Dasih
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Reciprocal Relationship ◽  
Historical Background ◽  
Intercultural Interaction ◽  
Cultural Shock ◽  
Intercultural Interactions

The process of social interaction in the community is very close to communication and culture because of the harmonious reciprocal relationship. Culture and communication influence each other. Cultural differences will have the potential to cause uncertainty and anxiety disorders, so that the possibility of cultural shock occurs. The existence of a shift in the value of diversity, an important role of intercultural communication in bridging the obstacles to understanding society can be explained by intercultural interactions so as not to cause misunderstandings. This article analyzes the role of intercultural communication in religious interactions at Pura Bukit Kampung Anyar Karangasem using qualitative research methods. The results showed that: first, the historical background of the conquest of the Karangasem Kingdom over Lombok. Second, the process of adaptation and intercultural interaction carried out by Hindus and Sasak Bayan ethnic people creates religious social beliefs. Third, intercultural communication has implications for socio-religious interactions, such as: implications for religious values, implications for socializing activities, implications for the value of solidarity, and implications for the value of tolerance.

scholarly journals Komunikacja interkulturowa w biznesie międzynarodowym

2018 ◽  
pp. 93-106
Author(s):  
Anna Dudziak
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Cultural Context ◽  
Body Language ◽  
Communication Process ◽  
Intercultural Dialogue ◽  
Cultural Contexts ◽  
Cultural Aspect ◽  
Cultural Differentiation ◽  
Verbal Messages

Intercultural communication involves verbal and nonverbal messages. The communication process is conducted not only by means of verbal messages but also by other elements that constitute body language. This process becomes significantly more complicated when cultural contexts are also taken into account. A message which is unambiguously understood and interpreted by the representatives of one culture may have quite a different interpretation in other cultures. It is therefore highly important to take cultural context into consideration during business talks. Being ignorant of this aspect can significantly impact the results of negotiations. Are we doomed to failure caused by cultural differentiation, then? Is the cultural aspect of communication an insurmountable barrier? Certainly not. It is obvious in talks with foreigners that one cannot avoid mistakes and misunderstandings resulting from the inaccurate interpretation of words and gestures. During a time of globalization, mergers and takeovers, intercultural communication is unavoidable. Every new intercultural dialogue brings new experiences and reduces the risk of faux pas based on cultural differences.

scholarly journals Characteristics of Slovak Culture in the Context of Bilateral Austrian-Slovak Relations

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 81-101
Author(s):  
Michaela Čiefová
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Geographical Proximity ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Bilateral Relations ◽  
Intercultural Encounters ◽  
The One

Abstract Objective: The main intention of the present paper is, on the one hand, to provide a summary of the characteristics of Slovak culture by applying chosen theories and models. On the other hand, we attempt to underline the significance of bilateral Austro-Slovak relations in relation to the economy or migration tendencies. We assume that, based on geographical proximity and the above stated bilateral relations, intercultural encounters are relatively frequent as well. Therefore, certain perception of Slovaks from the Austrian point of view is likely to exist. Methodology: Our work is based on relevant scientific sources, as well as on our own empirical research reposing in the analysis of an online questionnaire. Findings: Overall, findings of our empirical research may be considered rather positive, as no negative or hostile responses concerning Slovak culture were reported. Furthermore, none of the participants experienced a conflict with a Slovak counterpart that could clearly be ascribed to cultural differences. Value Added: We believe that the conclusions presented in this paper might be helpful not only for managers operating on the international level or businessmen intending to do business with their Slovak partners, for scholars engaged in similar topics but also for anyone interested in intercultural communication and cultural differences.

scholarly journals PENGARUH KOMUNIKASI ANTAR BUDAYA DALAM KELUARGA KAWIN CAMPUR TERHADAP POLA MENDIDIK ANAK DI KOMPLEK SETIA BUDI INDAH

PERSPEKTIF ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rehia K.I.Barus Irfan Simatupang Friska Rizki Noviyanti
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Western Culture ◽  
Mixed Marriage ◽  
World Religion ◽  
Eastern Culture ◽  
Mixed Marriages ◽  
The World ◽  
The Republic

Mix marriage as regulated in Article 57 Law Number 1 of 1974 concerning marriage that is committed by a couple with different nationality. The Nationality of the Republic of Indonesia in Law Number 12 of 2006, is explained that children as the result of mix marriage can have double nationalities but limited. The process of communication that is using in the mixing marriage is the process of intercultural communication. In establishment of an interpersonal communication between eastern culture and western culture. This communication takes place not just for a day or two, but takes place during the stay of foreign citizens and citizens relations with in Indonesia. The patterns of children's education is one of the problems that often occur in mixed marriages. Most of the mixing marriage used the foreign pattern of their child's education. This is because foreigners want their children get an education equivalent to the education of the country of origin may be obtained. The results showed that the process of intercultural communication can be well-established and effective among the four mixed marriage couples. Overall informants seeks to honor and respect for cultural differences in their marriage.They tried to blend and merge with the cultur of their partner.Changes in view of the world (religion,values,and behaviors) on minorities and chose to follow the beliefs of the dominant partner.

scholarly journals Cultural Distance in the Workplace: Differences in Work-Related Attitudes between Vietnamese Employees and Western Employers

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 91 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tran Thien Quynh Tran ◽  
Wilfried Admiraal ◽  
Nadira Saab
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Cultural Distance ◽  
Questionnaire Data ◽  
Further Training ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Sense Of Time ◽  
Face Concern ◽  
A Company ◽  
Shed Light

In this globalized and internationalized world, intercultural communication at workplaces is a topic often examined. This study aimed to shed light on the cultural differences in work-related values between Western and Vietnamese employers in Vietnam. In total, 94 Western and Vietnamese companies in two areas in the South of Vietnam participated. Questionnaires were completed by 763 Vietnamese employees, 43 Vietnamese employers/managers and 33 Western employers/managers. The findings from the questionnaire data indicate that there are substantial differences in work-related attitudes between Western employers and Vietnamese employees that are related to both cultural differences and position in a company. Sense of time and face-concern are the two prominent differences between Western and Vietnamese professionals. Implications are discussed for further training of Vietnamese prospective graduates so that they can work effectively with Western employers/managers in the future.

CULTURAL FRAMEWORK OF ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR OF GERMANS AND POLES

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 0-0
Author(s):  
Mirosław Matosek
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Cultural Knowledge ◽  
Behavior Patterns ◽  
Building Relationships ◽  
Doing Business ◽  
Cultural Framework ◽  
And Behavior ◽  
Attitudes And Behavior

The article describes the cultural framework of organizational behavior of Germans and Poles. Presented attitudes and behavior patterns according to the concept of Lewis, Hofstede, Trompenaars and Hampden - Turner, Gesteland, Mole and Tomalin and Nicks. Cultural knowledge of partners and the respect of fundamental principles in the civilized world of business is the foundation of building relationships and good business for both sides. The following are barriers to intercultural communication and ways of overcoming them. The author defends that the big cultural differences need not be an obstacle to doing business.

Dialectics of culture and dynamic balancing between individuality and collectivity

2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-77
Author(s):  
Tae-Seop Lim ◽  
Seokhoon Ahn
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Dynamic Processes ◽  
Dynamic Balancing ◽  
Cartesian Dualism ◽  
Dummy Variable ◽  
Individualistic Culture ◽  
Western Perspective ◽  
Culture And Communication

This study offers an Eastern alternative to the Western perspective that is fundamentally disjunctive in its approach to culture and communication. Inspired by Cartesian dualism and Hegelian dialectics, most Western theories subscribe to the concept of cultural divides that separate two different, often opposing, cultural premises, such as individualism-collectivism and high-low context communication. Based upon the holistic worldview and Taoist dualism of the East, this study proposes that intercultural communication scholars should pay more attention to the dynamic processes in which two seemingly opposite forces such as collectivism and individualism interact with each other to maintain homeostasis in society. This study does not intend to mitigate the importance of studying cultural differences or similarities, but aims to steer researchers away from regarding culture as a completely static or dummy variable, claiming that a certain culture is a high-context culture or an individualistic culture.

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