Exam #2 CMUN 4 Review Sheet

Chapter 1

• 6 imperatives for studying Intercultural Communication

Chapter 2

• 4 Building Blocks & 4 Barriers to studying Intercultural Communication

Chapter 3

• Mainstream and Nonmainstream Histories (be familiar with all of them)

Chapter 4

• Majority and Minority Identity Development Models

Chapter 5

• Variations in Communication Styles

Chapter 6

• Nonverbal Codes

Chapter 7

• What Is “Popular Culture?”
• 4 Characteristics of Popular Culture
• Cultural Imperialism
• Representing Cultural Groups

Chapter 8

• Characteristics of Intercultural Conflict
• 5 Types of Conflict
• 2 Approaches to Conflict

Chapter 9

• Benefits of Intercultural Relationships
• 4 Levels of Intercultural Communication Competence
• Similarity and Complementarity Principles
• Internet Relationships
• Turning Points in Relationships

Chapter 10

• Attitudes of Hosts Toward Tourists
• Culture Shock

Chapter 11

• Individualism/Collectivism
• Work and Material Gain
• Quality versus Efficiency
• Task versus Relationship Priority
• Cooperation versus Competition
• Language Issues

Chapter 12

• Roles for Teachers and Students
• Teaching and Learning Styles
• Grading and Power
• Studying Abroad

Chapter 13

• Importance of Communication in Health Care

• Prejudicial Ideologies and Health Care
• Religion and Health Care
• Medical Jargon

* Please review all class notes, activities, film clips, etc.!