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Utilizing the `self-OTHER' perspective as a conceptual foundation, the authors portray and interpret some of the distinctive communication practices in Chinese culture. They examine how self-conception, role and hierarchy, relational dynamics and face affect ways of conducting everyday talk in Chinese culture. They explain why miscommunication between Chinese and North Americans takes place and suggest ways to improve communication. By incorporating instances of everyday talk, the authors offer a realistic and clear illustration of the specific characteristics and functions of Chinese communication, as well as problematic areas of Chinese//North American encounters.
Self-OTHER Perspective and Communication
Self-OTHER Perspective and Communication
In today's world, national boundaries are constantly changing, and societies are moving toward greater interdependency and interconnectedness. The propensity of this increasing globalization poses unique challenges to the issue of how people from diverse cultural backgrounds attempt to effectively communicate on a daily basis. The need for effective communication in conjunction with cultural awareness, sensitivity, and understanding thus is intensified. As a result, the field of communication has been given an increasing amount of attention, and hence, the conception of this book is possible.
Chinese represent one of the largest cultural groups in the world and one of the prominent immigrant subcultures in the United States. There has been, however, little theorizing or research on communication in Chinese culture. ...
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