reading response paper 4 chapter 9

  • Response Papers: These are 2 page essay-style papers responding to a set of questions related to the reading for the particular class session. All papers should be typed and should be 2 pages. Papers will be evaluated on: 1.) demonstration that reading has been completed, 2.) application of concepts and ideas, 3.) clarity of writing.
  • Experiential Exercise: Read the assignment description below.

a.) Consider an intercultural conflict you have experienced. The conflict could be interpersonal, group or community-based, or international.

b.) Write a brief description (1-2 paragraphs) of the conflict.

c.) Read Chapter 9. Analyze the conflict based on the ideas and concepts in the chapter. Specifically, identify the micro, meso and macro-level dimensions of the conflict.

d.) Based on your understanding of intercultural communication, what suggestions can you offer to resolve the conflict?