跨文化交流1-9单元.docVIP

Chapter 1 General Introduction Essential elements of communication 1.at least two parts involved 2. information-to-exchange (message) 3. A contact between two parts 4. Language to share 5. Place to take place 6. Time to take place Case C (p5) Different attitudes under different culture: In Chinese culture, (1) it is customary to please a parent by making compliment on his kids, for girl praise of appearance or features, for boy praise of smartness.(2)The patting and teasing of an adult to a youngest is usually taken as a sign of caring or friendliness. In western culture, neith