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    What are the differences between “cultural assimilation” stance and the “cultural pluralist” stance as defined by Ting-Toomey and Chung?  Which stance do you subscribe in consideration of immigrant issues?  Why? According to Ting - Toomey and Chung (2012)‚ the "cultural assimilation" stance is an attitude towards the adaptation process in which individuals demand that strangers conform to the host environment. While the "cultural pluralist" stance is one that encourages a diversity of values‚ emphasizing

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    DRAFT 2 Draft: on LGBT‚ Cultural and Legal Aspects in India 2 Warning: 2 Foundation of Opinion: 3 XYZ would like to know the implications (if any) for any of our employees who travel to India if they are homosexual. 3 Questions & Answers 3 Q.1 what is the current law regarding homosexuals in India? 3 Explanation of Section 377 of I.P.C 5 Recent Development in the Law (With reference to Court’s Judgments – High court‚ and Apex Court of India (Supreme Court of India)) 6 Q3. If a XYZ employee

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    Your Task Make sure you have read pages 58‚ 60-62 and 96-97. Review the definition of “cultural revitalization” in your seminar notes. Choose ONE of the three case studies provided and complete the attached chart in bullet form. Use internet research‚ your textbook and links provided to find the required information. CASE STUDY #1 – Nunavut – efforts to revitalize Inuit language and culture http://www.tusaalanga.ca/splash Tusaalanga (Inuit language learning) http://www.pirurvik.ca/en/programs

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    Cultural Norms” By: Tiffany Rushing Cultural norms are behavior patterns that are typical of specific groups. (North Central Regional Educational Laboratory) We have cultural norms due to how we do things as a country‚ the community we live in‚ and how our families do things. We learn at very young ages what is considered normal‚ which is what a cultural norm is. One of our country’s cultural norms is the emphasis on promptness

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    CULTURAL TOURISM First of all‚ it is important to define cultural tourism as the basis around which the whole research is formulated. It is important to highlight the fact that the experts do not agree on a universal definition because of the wide range of activities it covers. Over the years‚ the definition of this type of tourism has suffer some changes depending on the field of study and one of the most popular definitions is the one stated by Richards (2001‚ p.37) in which the concept of

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    plant in his hometown of Chicago to his company’s overseas manufacturing plant in Osaka‚ Japan and I am writing to let you know the differences that Mark will experience in managing front-line plant workers in Japan in contrast to in the United States and also address how cultural differences may play a role in individual differences Mark will experience. Three differences that Mark may experience are: * Language Barriers * Technology * Politics In the United States individuals tend to

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    Cultural Considerations Jennifer Head AJS/502 February 11‚ 2013 Joseph Laronge This paper will examine and assesses the cultural concerns and influences of today’s societies with mixed cultures and the effect on the criminal justices system. The paper will address how the cultural concerns and influences affect justice and security administration and practice. The paper will show some contemporary methods by the police and security used in societies of mixed cultures. The paper will address

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    In today’s society Cultural Humility vs Cultural Competency is a major topic and cultural Humility is going beyond the idea of Cultural Competency. Cultural Humility is an understanding of cultural and being able to maintain a stance that respects the aspects of different cultures and the identity of a particular individual. “It requires a commitment to lifelong learning‚ continuous self-reflection on one’s own assumptions and practices‚ comfort with ‘not knowing’‚ and recognition of the power/privilege

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    Cultural Differences Jason Roby COM 360 October 24‚ 2011 Professor Renee Peckham For any relationship to succeed both parties need patience‚ tolerance‚ and understanding. This becomes especially important when individuals come from dissimilar cultural backgrounds. If the individuals take the time to learn about the other’s culture many stereotypes and misconceptions will be eliminated. If they slow down and listen to one another they will likely find that despite their differences they

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    Cultural Immersion Project Part II Sylvia Hayes I attended an Atlanta Mar Thoma Indian Church service and a social fellowship honoring Senior citizens. The church service started at 10 am. When I arrived to the parking lot‚ I introduced myself to a young lady by the same of Sarah who was cordial enough to answer all of my questions concerning the service and invited me to the fellowship later. The service lasted for 3 hours. I noticed their central theme throughout the service was unity and

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