Tuesday, May 8, 2012
What I have learned
I think that I've actually learned quite a lot more in this class than in any of my other classes. I think that's because we communicate on a daily basis. One thing that I learned from writing the intercultural paper, is how different communication can be in different countries and how important it is to understand communication in these culture when you travel, especially on business. You don't want to say something that will offend the other person, or make them not understand what you messages you are trying to convey. Another thing, I learned was about the self and how other people perceive you versus how you see yourself. Then last but not least, I learned how to communicate more effectively by taking different steps during a conflict, for example by aiming for a win-win conflict or focusing on the overall communication system, as it is part of a larger whole.
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I also thought that the essays made for great learning opportunities in this class. They had a way of making me step outside the box and look at a matter from a different perspective. I enjoyed the cultural paper as well because it made me take a closer look at the people in my life. For instance, if it hadn’t been for that essay, I don’t think I would’ve ever asked my friend to tell me more about her culture, at least not in such a detailed way. Now I know more about her and the experiences in her life that made her into the woman she is today.
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