unit 7 Time and Space Across Cultures 跨文化交际 大教学课件.pptVIP

Unit 7 Time and Space Across Cultures What is Time Language? (See Page253 -256) How late is “late”? (P. 254) In Britain and America, __________ In Arab countries, ____________ In Italy, _________ In Ethiopia, _______ In Java, ___________ In the United States, _________ In Latin America, ___________ In German, _____________ Personal Space Your personal space is like an invisible bubble that surrounds you. The bubble expands and contracts according to _________________ (P239) The size of the private space is influenced by ________________________ (P240) International Students Handbook Gestures and movements Direct eye contact is given and expected in return by Americans talking with other people. A smile is the universal sign of greeting and Americans give it freely. People who have good posture usually appear more self-confident Some Americans tell stories or talk in a dramatic manner, using a lot of hand and body gesturing. These people are considered popular, attractive, and of high social status. Men take up more space than women in their use of gestures, body posture and movements: Legs spread apart when standing Wide use of arms when speaking And legs crossed at the ankles when sitting Imitating the posture of the persons with whom you are communicating shows you are probably agreeing with them. Some people use a lot of nodding and smiling as they listen. Others choose to communicate by leaning forward, touching, or use of a conversational style. To touch or not to touch Researchers classify Americans as low touchers in relation to other people of the world. However, touch in a multicultural society is very individual. You will meet some people who will never touch you, even though they highly prize your friendship. And you will meet others who will touch you often, usually on the shoulders and arms, but such touches will not really express a meaning. Because US society is very aware of the potential for people to use negative touch to intimidate or threat