INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION Chapter 11 Discussion question In what ways has technology served to facilitate intercultural communication across national borders? Reflections Intercultural communication.
INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION- Chapter 11 Discussion question: In what ways has technology served to facilitate intercultural communication across national borders? Reflections Intercultural communication can be defined as the study and practice of communication across cultural contexts (Intercultural Communication, Milton J Bennett, Ph.D.) It is always mentioned as a positive approach that focuses on tolerance, respect for cultural diversity to strengthen the relationships in particular and stimulate globalization in general In this period of international integration, the prominent role of intercultural communication is increasingly assumed Obviously, it is the remarkable development of technology that serves to facilitate intercultural communication across national borders This can be illustrated by main ways which are the appearance of electronic communication devices and the prevalence of social networking platforms To begin with, electronic communication devices are widely recognized as an indispensable tool and a mandatory part of cross-cultural interaction People with different backgrounds can communicate conveniently thanks to wide-ranging electronic communication devices such as cellular phones, computers, and email It is because these devices provide users with effective tools that are well-suited to exchange cultural information and stimulate mutual understanding in the most time-saving way For instance, I frequently use email or computer that help me to narrow the geographical distance to chat, call or exchange cultural information with foreign friends In other words, electronic communication devices fully support intercultural communication across national borders Additionally, as electronic communication devices with Internet connection have become significantly more widespread in the world, this has created opportunities for people to get accustomed to different cultures, customs, and values As a result, cross-cultural interaction will be enhanced directly Take Western culture as a typical example In European countries, people tend to kiss and hug each other for the first time they meet that would cause misunderstandings and be considered unsuitable for Asian culture traditions However, nowadays people widely accept and respect this unique feature due to intercultural exchange through mails, computer or other electronic communication devices Besides, the popularity of social networking platforms has been the main force accelerating the trend of intercultural communication in human society in recent decades ( The Impact of New Media on Intercultural Communication in Global Context, Guo-Ming Chen) It is undeniable that social media is cyberspace where most people with diverse backgrounds, distinct races, and different customs meet, share information, and become involved in cultural projects, activities, discussions Thanks to social networking sites, especially Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram people from every corner of the world have valuable opportunities to discover, discuss and exchange cultures with each other It is the information provided and shared in these platforms that have directly facilitated intercultural relationships among countries all over the world In a similar case, I can use such social platforms to find more information, study further and enrich my knowledge about Korean culture instead of setting food or traveling Korea Moreover, as a big fan of K-pop, I usually surf Facebook and Instagram to communicate with other fans all over the world to interact, comment or exchange information about our idols Consequently, technology in general and social networking platforms in particular have served to facilitate intercultural communication across national borders In conclusion, as the world is on a path of becoming a global village, intercultural communication or cross-culture communication is playing a vital role in each society (The Effect Of Intercultural Communication, Essays, UK) It is believed that intercultural communication across national borders can be improved by utilizing technology in terms of electronic communication devices and social networking platforms ... facilitate intercultural communication across national borders In conclusion, as the world is on a path of becoming a global village, intercultural communication or cross-culture communication. .. Effect Of Intercultural Communication, Essays, UK) It is believed that intercultural communication across national borders can be improved by utilizing technology in terms of electronic communication. .. been the main force accelerating the trend of intercultural communication in human society in recent decades ( The Impact of New Media on Intercultural Communication in Global Context, Guo-Ming Chen)