Essays about: "Intercultural interactions"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 20 essays containing the words Intercultural interactions.

1. 1. Intercultural (mis)communication in Swedish Workplaces from the Perspective of Brazilian Employees

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för språk och litteraturer

   Author : Ana Paula Viera de Carvalho; [2023-08-10]
   Keywords : Intercultural Communication; Politeness Strategies; Brazilian Employees; Swedish Workplaces; Power Distance; Masculinity Femininity.;

   Abstract : This study explores politeness and linguistic strategies in intercultural workplace communication in Sweden from the perspective of Brazilian white-collar employees. Employing Brown and Levinson's (1987) politeness framework and Hofstede's (2001; 2011) dimensions of Power Distance and Masculinity/Femininity. READ MORE

3. 2. Why are some people better than others? : Is it because of their cultural background, personal competence, or company’s influence?

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring och turismvetenskap (MTS)

   Author : Abdul Rafay; Elanur Ozbutun; [2023]
   Keywords : Cross-cultural communication; Individual competence; Culture; Company influence; International Business; Intercultural interactions; Negotiations; Cultural and Social Intelligence; Success;

   Abstract : In the last few decades, due to the exponential rise in interconnectivity and globalization the importance of cross-cultural communication has been a hot topic to research more about. Due to this increase and more frequent interactions business individuals have started giving cross-cultural environments the attention it needs to address the challenges at hand. READ MORE

4. 3. The Relation between Switching Languages and Perceived Personality Change: A Comparative Study of Bilinguals and Monolinguals

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för psykologi

   Author : Josephine Ahrendt; Miriam Nicolai; [2023]
   Keywords : bilingualism; language switch; perceived personality change; HEXACO Personality Inventory-Revised; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : With increasing bilingualism, it becomes vital to understand the relation of language to personality. Language is essential for expressing our thoughts, and personality impacts our thoughts and behavior. READ MORE

5. 4. Barriers and Motivators to Participation in Integration Programs by Asylum Seekers in Sweden.

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

   Author : Tapiwa Yemeke; [2023]
   Keywords : Asylum seekers; Integration; Isolation;

   Abstract : The phenomenon of asylum seekers seeking refuge in foreign countries has become an intricate global challenge, often raising questions about successful integration and participation within host societies. This paper dwells on the multifaceted relationship between asylum seekers and their active engagement in the integration process. READ MORE

6. 5. beEmpathy DESIGNING WITH AND FOR EMPATHY

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/HDK-Valand - Högskolan för konst och design

   Author : Judith Sievers; [2021-06-04]
   Keywords : Empathy; Emotional literacy; Intercultural competence; ; Children; Education; Emphatic Design; Inclusive Design;

   Abstract : In my Master thesis, I explore how design can mediate empathy among school children in order to foster creativity, intercultural competence, and complex identities. I focus on the psychology of empathy and on design-informed ways of establishing it. READ MORE