COMM311-DEV: Journal 1.2: Defining Culture

1b Describe the dimensions of Hofstede's model of intercultural communication (CLO 2)
1c Use the dimensions of Hofstede's model to compare similarities and differences between cultures (CLO 2)

Journal 1.2: Defining Culture

Return to your course journal and respond under the Journal 1.2 — Defining Culture heading:

Name and describe two specific rituals, beliefs, values or behaviors (worldviews) that you and other members of your culture participate in.
Why do we hold stereotypes? What is the difference between stereotypes and generalizations?
What is the role of values in intercultural communication? Is it possible to reach agreement even when core values differ? Why or why not?
What do we mean by the statement, "Trying to understand one's own culture is like trying to explain to a fish that it lives in water"? How does this statement inform our understanding of culture?
Do you remember a time when you were taught cultural traits, values, rituals, or behaviors? What were they – and who did you learn them from?

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