Do you remember Chapters 1 and 3?! There are four types of noise—example? Difference between intrapersonal and interpersonal communication? Significance of context? Two elements of self concept? What is attribution theory? Difference between sex and gender? Relationship between perception, self, and communication?

Communication, Culture, and Identity Chapter 2 Lecture/Recap

What is Culture? Shared, personal, and learned life experiences Values, norms, traditions Values = standards Norms = patterns of communication Traditions = customs Impacts worldview and interpersonal communication Different dimensions Cultural variability theory

EXAMPLE: Never Been Kissed (film) Culture is…. Learned Enculturation Acculturation Capable of creating communities Co-cultures Tied to social identity? Cultural clash Good or Bad? Multi-leveled EXAMPLE: Never Been Kissed (film)

Cultural Identity Culture = part of a person’s identity Everyone is a cultural being Made up of ethnicity, gender, age, life stage, beliefs, values, assumptions; intersection of these elements Learned from family, friends, and communities (e.g. guideposts) Varies in strength & content Will impact our views, behaviors, and practices Including communication

Millennial Generation? What are characteristics of this generation? How might those characteristics impact interpersonal communication?

Diversity – Roles and Challenges

Diversity in U.S. Diversity increasing…but can be challenging Role of intercultural communication Consider how different events/situations impact diversity, culture, and interpersonal communication The Women’s Rights Movement Legalization (or banning) of Gay Marriage September 11, 2001 Election of President Barack Obama Others?

Six Reasons for Studying Intercultural Communication Technological imperative Demographic imperative Melting pot vs. salad bowl Economic imperative Global village, outsourcing, globalization Peace imperative Self-awareness imperative Ethical imperative

Challenges and Solutions

Challenges Ethnocentrism Stereotyping Anxiety and Uncertainty (In-groups vs. out-groups) Misinterpretation of Nonverbal and Verbal Behaviors Assuming similarities and/or differences

Improving Intercultural Understanding Acknowledging and eliminating biases, stereotypes, and prejudices Takes effort; some unknown Examples: “no homo” “acting black/white” “Muslim=terrorist” Be tolerant of the unknown Educate yourself Cultural respect Avoid cultural imperialism; practice cultural empathy Be prepared Recognize the individual; not just their cultures

Group Activity Watch this episode of Girlfriends titled, “Sister-Sistah” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wr0dXbvd2AU Helps tie culture with verbal and nonverbal communication Look out for examples of stereotypes, assumptions, and cultural clash (among other elements discussed during the lecture) Be prepared to answer following questions? Who was wrong in this situation? Who was right? What is the reasoning behind your answer? How did culture impact the interpersonal encounters? Was there a healthy resolution to culture clash? What were some issues dealing with culture? (e.g. was a statement problematic and culturally insensitive? Was there unfair judgment based on a person’s culture? Were there double standards?) How did your cultural identity impact your reactions to this episode and situation?