scholarly journals “Lunch Keeps People Apart”: The Role of English for Social Interaction in a Multilingual Academic Workplace

Multilingua ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Raffaella Negretti ◽  
Miguel Garcia-Yeste
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Language Practices ◽  
Social Situations ◽  
Academic Workplace ◽  
Primary Activity ◽  
University Department ◽  
Points Of View ◽  
Depth Interviews

AbstractResearch on the role of language in multilingual workplaces, where English is often adopted as a lingua franca (ELF), shows that language practices influence socialization and interpersonal communication, frequently creating issues such as asymmetrical sharing of information, language clusters, or thin communication. Similarly to other organizations, academic workplaces are undergoing a process of internationalization. However, academia as a workplace has been largely ignored, particularly in terms of language practices in social situations. We address this gap by investigating multilingualism in an academic workplace; departing from the concepts of language clustering and thin communication, we focus on how language practices affect social interaction and the establishment of rapport. We report the experiences of five academics with various backgrounds and status in a science university department in Sweden. In-depth interviews and grand/mini tour elicitation techniques reveal how language practices – English and other languages – are experienced from different points of view. We identify lunch as the primary activity associated with social interaction and exchange of information: people and places connected with this activity seem to determine language practices. In the final section we discuss the presence of language clustering and thin communication in this academic workplace.

Interaction and reputation in Airbnb: an exploratory analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 370-383 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nisamar Baute-Díaz ◽  
Desiderio Gutiérrez-Taño ◽  
Ricardo Díaz-Armas
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Exploratory Analysis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Online Ratings ◽  
Negative Comments ◽  
Depth Interviews

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to study the role of social interaction and reputation when reviewing experiences on the Airbnb platform. Recent studies have suggested that social interaction and aspects related to reputation may encourage positive bias in the case of online ratings and comments.Design/methodology/approachA qualitative research method was used. In total, 20 semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted with non-professional Airbnb hosts and guests resident on the island of Tenerife (Canary Islands).FindingsFace-to-face interaction between the host and guest could lead to the moderation or omission of negative comments by guests. Reputation is a relevant factor that affects the behaviour of the users on the platform. Users are expected to behave in accordance with certain conventions learned when using the platform.Research limitations/implicationsThe exploratory analysis must be complemented by other quantitative research. The hosts interviewed are not professional hosts.Practical implicationsIt is recommendable for hosts offering average accommodation to pay special attention to welcoming and assisting their guests, with the aim of boosting their reputation on the platform.Originality/valueThis is the first qualitative study to deal with the effect of social interaction and reputation from the point of view of hosts and guests when reviewing experiences on the Airbnb platform.

scholarly journals Pola Komunikasi Interpersonal Orang Tua dan Anak Usia Dini dengan Speech Delay di TK Aisiyah Rewwin Waru

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 159
Author(s):  
Vevy Liansari
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Communication Patterns ◽  
Speech Delay ◽  
Parents And Children ◽  
Role Of Parents ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study aims to know how the pattern of interpersonal communication that occurs between parents and children with speech delay. While the use of this study is as a reference for parents, educators, observers and responsible of education in general in an effort to instill a good example of children and also in an effort to apply good interpersonal communication patterns between both parties. The data collection methods are in-depth interviews and observations. In the process of improving interpersonal communication patterns in parents and children found some obstacles both in the elderly and early age children. The results of this study indicate that the role of parents in establishing interpersonal communication patterns of early childhood greatly affect the behavior of young children. Therefore parents should be able to apply good interpersonal communication patterns to early childhood with speech delay and maintain an intense relationship to reduce the impact of speech delay from internal and external influences.

scholarly journals Peran Keluarga Orang Tua Kepada Anak Balita Dalam Membentuk Karakter (Studi Pada Orang Tua Pemula)

Wardah ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-34
Author(s):  
Habib Al Muzny
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Nonverbal Communication ◽  
Family Communication ◽  
Communication Model ◽  
Character Study ◽  
The Family ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Role Of Parents ◽  
Depth Interviews

Abstract: The article with the title 'The Role of Parents' Families To Toddlers in Forming Character (Study of Beginner Parents),' aims to 1) Analyze the patterns of communication that parents make to their children, 2) Analyze the use of verbal and nonverbal communication by parents to toddlers. 3) looking for communication models carried out by parents to toddlers. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive approach to in-depth interviews with toddler parents. Conclusion Parent to child communication patterns are influenced by protective patterns with pluralistic patterns as well as the combination of protective patterns with consensual patterns. Parental verbal communication to children in parenting uses words that are easily understood by children, gentle, firm. nonverbal communication of parents to children hugging children when invited to other family homes, invited to go to a place of recreation. Model of family communication from parents between father and mother there are differences in the family communication model of family communication conducted by fathers using protective and laizzer-fair patterns, while the family communication model conducted by mothers uses modification or combination. Keywords: Family role; interpersonal communication.   Abstrak: Artikel dengan judul ‘Peran Keluarga Orang Tua Kepada Anak Balita Dalam Membentuk Karakter (Studi Pada Orang Tua Pemula),’ ini bertujuan untuk 1) Menganalisis Pola komunikasi yang dilakukan orang tua kepada anak, 2) Menganalisis penggunaan komunikasi verbal dan nonverbal yang dilakukan orang tua kepada anaka balita. 3) mencari model komunikasi yang dilakukan oleh orang tua kepada balita. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan wawancara mendalam kepada orang tua balita. Kesimpulan Pola komunikasi orangtua kepada anak a dipengaruhi oleh pola protektif dengan pola pluralistik juga  gabungan  pola  protektif  dengan pola konsensual, Komunikasi verbal orangtua kepada anak pada pola pengasuhan menggunakan kata yang mudah difahami anak, lemah lembut, tegas. komunikasi nonverbal orangtua  kepada  anak memeluk anak saat diajak kerumah keluarga lain, diajak jalan ketempat rekreasi. Model komunikasi keluarga dari orangtua antara ayah dan ibu terdapat perbedaan dalam model komunikasi keluarga komunikasi keluarga yang dilakukan oleh ayah lebih mengunakan pola protektif dan laizzer-fair, sedangkan model komunikasi keluarga yang dilakukan oleh ibu lebih mengunakan modifikasi atau gabungan. Kata kunci: Peran keluarga; komunikasi interpersonal.    

scholarly journals Social Support in Patients With Sexual Dysfunction After Non-Nerve-Sparing Radical Prostatectomy: A Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 155798832090697 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cayetano Fernández-Sola ◽  
Álvaro Martínez-Bordajandi ◽  
Ana Patricia Puga-Mendoza ◽  
José Manuel Hernández-Padilla ◽  
Vinicius Jobim-Fischer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Radical Prostatectomy ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Hermeneutic Phenomenology ◽  
Nerve Sparing ◽  
Informational Support ◽  
Sexual Information ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study aimed to explore men’s experiences of social support after non-nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy. A qualitative study based on Gadamer’s hermeneutic phenomenology was designed. In-depth interviews were conducted with 16 men who had undergone a non-nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy. Data analysis was performed using ATLAS.ti software. From this analysis, two main themes emerged: “The partner as a source of support and conflict after a prostatectomy,” which includes empathetic reconnection with the partner and changes in sexual and cohabitation patterns and “The importance of social and professional circles,” which addresses the shortcomings of the healthcare system in terms of sexual information and counseling as well as the role of friends within social support. The study suggests the need to establish interventions that address interpersonal communication and attention to social and informational support and include both the patient and those closest to them.

Challenges and Resources in Enhancing English Teachers’ Proficiency

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Lie ◽  
◽  
Siti Mina Tamah ◽  
Trianawaty ◽  
Fransiskus Jemadi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
English Proficiency ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Development Program ◽  
English Teachers ◽  
Willingness To Communicate ◽  
Service Professional ◽  
Communicative Abilities ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study addresses the conflicting views of the role of English as a means of global communication. Responding to the growing need to foster communicative abilities in English, schools in Indonesia are driven to make their students proficient in English. However, the majority of English teachers themselves might not be adequately prepared to use English as a means of communication; improving their English proficiency and the willingness to communicate in English (Clement, 2003) has thus become a matter of concern amidst the prevailing resistance to English as the language of the imperialist. The present study focuses on teachers’ English proficiency, which has been recognized as an important qualification for successful English teaching. Thirty secondary school teachers of English who were participating in an in-service professional development program were asked to self-assess their English proficiencies based on the ACTFL guidelines as well as to identify their challenges and resources. The teachers assessed their  proficiencies in interpersonal communication, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive listening, and interpretive reading. The study also conducted in-depth interviews of selected teachers. This study found that teachers strive to build their willingness to communicate in English despite challenges, and still grapple to improve their proficiency. They employ various resources to overcome the prevailing challenges.

scholarly journals The Role of Social Media in Purchasing Behaviour of Young Digital Customers in Poland

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 43-61
Author(s):  
Milena Le Viet-Błaszczyk ◽  
Juliusz Lerman
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Purchasing Decisions ◽  
Jel Codes ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Research ◽  
Market Situation ◽  
Purchasing Behaviour ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Purchasing Process

Background. The dynamically developing technology and changing system of interpersonal communication has modified the customers’ approach to the process of making purchasing decisions. The literature has even developed the concept of a new customer – a digital one. The market situation forced companies to look for effective modern tools for their marketing communication. One of such tools to reach digital customers is social media. Research aims. The aim of the article is to indicate the role of social media in the purchasing process of Polish digital customers aged 18–26. Methodology. The conclusions presented in the article are the result of an analysis of quantitative and qualitative research, which consisted of a survey with 140 respondents and of 6 individual in-depth interviews. Findings. The conducted research has shown that social media have a significant role in customers’ purchasing decisions. They influence the perception of the brand by customers but also the purchase of specific products. Based on the research results, it can be assumed that SM functionalities that shorten the purchasing process will be developed in the future, and the role of social media in the purchasing process will grow. JEL Codes: M3, M30, M31, M37.

scholarly journals POLA KOMUNIKASI ANTAR PRIBADI MAHASISWA PAPUA DILINGKUNGAN UNIVERSITAS BENGKULU

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-56
Author(s):  
Sabarhati Menderita Lumban Gaol ◽  
Dedi Supriadi ◽  
Khairil Khairil
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Interpersonal Communication ◽  
Communication Patterns ◽  
Campus Environment ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Humanistic Approach ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
The University ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Method

This study aims to determine the interpersonal communication patterns of Papuan students who study at the  University  of  Bengkulu.  This study aims to explain more deeply the patterns of verbal and non- verbal communication between Papuan students through an in-depth interview process. The method used in this study  is a  qualitative descriptive method using De Vito's Theory (Humanistic Approach). The technique of collecting data is by conducting observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The results of this study indicate that Papuan students feel intimidated by the behavior they receive, this is the motive why Papuan students are rarely involved in social interaction and make distance between them and Bengkulu students, namely general distance because they feel insecure and uncomfortable when around Bengkulu students. Keywords: communication patterns, interpersonal  communication, papuan students, de vito's theory, campus environment

scholarly journals Civic stage fright: Motivation and news satire engagement

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 850-868
Author(s):  
Joanna Doona
Keyword(s):  
Young Adults ◽  
Social Interaction ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Political Efficacy ◽  
Stage Fright ◽  
Cultural Form ◽  
Development Processes ◽  
Area Of Concern ◽  
Depth Interviews

This article explores news satire engagement and civic motivation, an area of concern in satire scholarship. Focused on what audiences ‘do’ with media, the ways in which young adults who regularly engage in news satire construct political efficacy is studied. Using a qualitative contextualising audience study, including in-depth interviews and focus groups with 31 young adults, a thematic analysis of transcript data identifies three discursive themes relating to civic anxieties; development and invitation, performance and knowledge, and conflict and ‘packaged deals’. These emphasise news satire as cultural form as well as shifting civic ideals and development processes: exposing how news satire’s ‘kynicism’ (non-nihilist criticism) connects to civic performance anxiety. The identified anxieties are understood as related to fears of exclusion, embarrassment and misrepresentation. The metaphor of civic stage fright is developed to further understand these, underscoring the role of emotion and social interaction in civic performance.

Shyness as Anxious Self-Preoccupation

1979 ◽  
Vol 44 (3) ◽  
pp. 959-962 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ray Crozier
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Social Situations ◽  
Attentional Processes ◽  
Social Anxieties

Theories of shyness have not shown why social anxieties result in reticence and self-consciousness. Conceptualizing shyness as anxious self-preoccupation enables specific predictions to be made about the shy person's reactions to evaluative social situations and points to our ignorance about the role of attentional processes in social interaction.

Jewish Women and the Reading Public

2013 ◽  
pp. 64-101
Author(s):  
Natalie Naimark-Goldberg
Keyword(s):  
Social Interaction ◽  
Salient Feature ◽  
Social Function ◽  
Modern World ◽  
Reading Public ◽  
Jewish Women ◽  
Spare Time ◽  
Primary Activity ◽  
Recurrent Theme

This chapter examines the role of reading in the lives of enlightened Jewish women. A salient feature emerging from the personal testimonies left by the enlightened Jewish women discussed in this book is the prominent place of reading in their lives. These women had at their disposal not only the indispensable skill of literacy, shared by the ever-growing reading public across Europe, but also — thanks to the relative financial comfort which allowed most of these women to delegate housework to others — the necessary spare time to use it, and in most cases no children of their own to make additional demands on their time and attention. Thus, they were able to make reading a primary activity to which they dedicated a significant amount of time and effort. An illustrative account of real craving for books — unthinkable in earlier centuries, especially among women — may be found in Henriette Herz's memoirs. Ultimately, reading served as a source of knowledge no less than as a means of entertainment, and simultaneously fulfilled an important social function, being a prerequisite for social interaction in the modern world, the basis for cultured conversation, and a recurrent theme in learned correspondence.

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