1_Culture_differences.ppt

Possible answer It reflects the different communication styles in Chinese culture and western culture. When the person in charge said “we will think it over” in response to the foreign teacher’s request, the teacher as a westerner might assume that there was a good chance that the answer would be “yes”. However there was a better chance that the implied answer was “no” in Chinese culture and the man did not want to reject the request bluntly for the sake of politeness. In communication westerners tend to be direct and open and they like to get to the point and say what they mean; while Chinese people tend to be indirect and roundabout and this might cause misunderstanding like the thing mentioned above. Please close the door! The door is open. It is cold here. * Assignment Video-watching (time permitting) Group one prepares for the next unit—similar or different use of colors in both cultures. You collect some materials and give the class a report by using PPT to give a presentation. (group leader takes the responsibility and everyone should be involved). * THANKS! SEE YOU! * * * Comparison between Chinese and English-speaking cultures 英汉语言文化对比 lecturer: 彭春燕 Sep.23rd 2010 * I Q EQ CI : the intelligence used to adapt effectively to foreign cultures or foreign people and to feel comfortable there. It is very important in intercultural communication(跨文化交际). * CI is a person’s comprehensive ability that includes: linguistic knowledge of the culture cultural knowledge behind the language intercultural awareness （a saying） communication skills and strategies. To sum up, this course is a humble attempt to develop your CI , which needs our joint effort. * Unit 1 A Brief Introduction to the course Significance of the course Features of