Comparing cultures

Select a culture other than your own (USA). Compare and contrast your selected culture with your own on these dimensions in terms of how they influence communication: Core values Religious belief systems Gender roles Verbal and non-verbal communication Communication context Then, analyze how characteristics of both cultures influence communication in the following settings and identify the issues and opportunities that exist for each: Education Healthcare Business settings Finally, formulate strategies for improving intercultural communication in these settings including the development of cultural intelligence (CQ)