Key Communication Concepts: Q&A Guide to Intercultural Skills and Effective Writing, Exams of English Literature

Concise answers to key concepts in communication, covering topics such as confidential information disclosure, conflict management styles, intercultural communication, and effective writing techniques. It outlines the importance of understanding cultural differences, adapting communication styles, and adhering to best practices in written and oral communication. The document also emphasizes the significance of audience awareness and clear, professional delivery in conveying messages effectively. It serves as a quick reference guide for students and professionals seeking to enhance their communication skills and cultural competence. It also includes do's and don'ts of writing.

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Confidential information can be disclosed in which circumstances? - ANS_- with consent
- required by law
- in the pubclics interest
- to protect others
5 Conflict Management Styles - ANS_- avoidance (lose-lose)
- accommodation (lose-win)
- competition (win-lose)
- compromise (partial lose-lose)
- collaboration (win-win)
Intercultural communication - ANS_interactions that occur between people whose cultures are so
different that the communication between them is altered
Culture - ANS_System of shared values (habits, language, food, values, beliefs) among a group of people
Dominant Culture - ANS_the values, norms, and practices of the group within society that is most
powerful (in terms of wealth, prestige, status, influence)
Co-Culture - ANS_A group of a smaller number of people who hold common values, beliefs and customs
that differ from those of the dominant culture.
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Confidential information can be disclosed in which circumstances? - ANS_- with consent

  • required by law
  • in the pubclics interest
  • to protect others

5 Conflict Management Styles - ANS_- avoidance (lose-lose)

  • accommodation (lose-win)
  • competition (win-lose)
  • compromise (partial lose-lose)
  • collaboration (win-win)

Intercultural communication - ANS_interactions that occur between people whose cultures are so different that the communication between them is altered

Culture - ANS_System of shared values (habits, language, food, values, beliefs) among a group of people

Dominant Culture - ANS_the values, norms, and practices of the group within society that is most powerful (in terms of wealth, prestige, status, influence)

Co-Culture - ANS_A group of a smaller number of people who hold common values, beliefs and customs that differ from those of the dominant culture.

Co-Culture influences - ANS_Communication behavior, i.e. "Code Switching"

Code Switching - ANS_when someone changes how they speak or act to fit in with the dominant culture, based on who they're talking to and what they're talking about.

Main Idea - ANS_The central idea or concept that the author wants to portray through the narrative characters and settings.

Supporting Details - ANS_The contents of the story that help support the main idea.

Language - ANS_A system of communication used by a particular country or community.

Types of language - ANS_- Oral Style

  • Sign Language

When Speaking Remember to - ANS_- Speak Appropriately

  • Credibly
  • Clearly
  • Vividly

Know Your Audience - ANS_Direct your content in an appropriate way for the type of people receiving the message.

Delivery - ANS_How a message is communicated orally and visually

What affects your delivery? - ANS_- Use of voice (tone, professionalism, articulation)

  • Use of body language (nonverbal communication)