Recommendations
Panel 5: Cross-cultural Communication
Objectives:
To highlight the differences between verbal and non-verbal communication, the concept of relationships and how the education system differs between Canada and various Asian countries and economies.To create a board game which would provide more knowledge on Asia and Canada using cultural details, including a booklet on cultural traditions and cultural "do’s and don’ts".
To encourage crown corporations, governmental departments and private corporations to train employees on how best to relate toAsian clients, and on cultural practices used in business and personal transactions.
To establish a private company able to help business people learn: respectable table manners; how to conduct one’s self during a business meeting; and other helpful items that could enlarge potential business prospects.
To become more informed of the mannerisms of the Asia Pacific. To demonstrate proper etiquette using on a hands on approach.
To demonstrate appreciation and respect for a culture by trying to understand the "why" behind each individual’s action/practice. If you demonstrate that you are putting forth an effort, your mistakes will be seen as less offensive.
To learn about the culture of the country one intends to visit before going on a trip, to enhance awareness of cultural etiquette. When travelling, always wear a smile, ask questions and bring gifts to exchange.
To stress an understanding of customs and cultures using interactive activities. These activities can include cross-cultural exchanges, guest speakers and internet conferences.
To enhance the cross cultural communication with exchange students, educate the school on cultures, history, customs, and traditions of their countries.
To place cross-cultural facts into newspapers and on public access television.
To produce a pamphlet of "do’s and don’ts" about doing business in other countries.
© 1997 - TG Magazine / The Students Commission
© 1997 le magazine TG / la Commission des Ètudiants