Module : Intercultural Communication
Understanding Intercultural Transitions
Task 1: Quote Analysis
‘’Those who live "on the borders" often develop multicultural identities." (Martin &
Nakayama, 2010, p. 343).
Task 2: Definition of Key Terms
‘’When migrants value the host culture more than their own, they assimilate. When migrants
value their heritage culture more than the host, they separate. When migrants value both the
host and their heritage culture, they integrate, and when migrants value neither their host nor
their heritage culture, they are marginalized’’.(Martin & Nakayama, 2010, p. 343).
Define each of the following concepts and discuss the potential benefits and
challenges associated with each concept :
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Separation
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Integration
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Marginalization
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Cultural Hybridity
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Task 3: Discussion Questions
1)
In what ways can cultural hybridity contribute to enriching intercultural
communication and understanding?
2)
What are the potential consequences of marginalization for individuals experiencing
intercultural transitions?
3)
How might power dynamics and social structures influence the process of cultural
adaptation during intercultural transitions?