Chapter 15 Vocabulary Flashcards
The confusion and discomfort that a person experiences when in an unfamiliar culture
Culture shock
The ability to adapt to new cultures and work well in situations of cultural diversity
Cultural intelligence
Rely on nonverbal and situational cues as well as spoken or written words in communication
High-context cultures
Emphasize communication via spoken or written words
Low-context cultures
People tend to do one thing at a time
Monochronic cultures
People accomplish many different things at once
Polychronic cultures
The study of how people use and value space
Proxemics
Social norms are rigid and clear, and members try to conform
Tight cultures
Social norms are mixed and ambiguous, and conformity varies
Loose cultures
The degree to which a society accepts unequal distribution of power
Power distance
The degree to which a society tolerates risk and uncertainty
Uncertainty avoidance
The degree to which a society emphasizes individuals and their self-interests
Individualism-collectivism
The degree to which a society values assertiveness and materialism
Masculinity-femininity
The degree to which a society emphasizes short-term or long-term goals
Time orientation
Assumes that a generalized cultural value applies equally well to all members of the culture
Ecological fallacy
