Cultural Communication Research Articles

Cross - cultural Communication and Conflict Resolution in Tourism

Cross - cultural Communication and Conflict Resolution in Tourism

A Polysystem Perspective in C-E Translation for Global Communication

While polysystem theory is widely applied to literary translation research,there is a lack of observation on C-E translation for global communication(C-E TGC) from the perspective of polysystem. On one hand, the cultural attributes of polysystem theory make it applicable to the analysis of all cultural phenomena. C-E TGC, a translating activity aiming at cultural communication, is no exception. On the other hand, the polysystem theory is particularly suitable to be adopted in the study of C-E TGC, for the translation subsystem, with its task of constructing discourse system and national image, inevitably overlaps and conflicts with other cultural sub-systems. Only when placing it under a multidimensional and dynamic framework can we see clearly the features of C-E TGC. However, the simplistic and abstract tendency of the polysystem theory also implies that it needs to be further refined and expanded in the study of specific issues, especially in the study of C-E TGC, which should incorporate the source language cultural system into the study.

The Role of Leadership in Mitigating Toxic Workplace Culture: A Critical Examination of Effective Interventions

Toxic workplace culture, characterized by negative behaviors such as poor communication, lack of trust, and unethical conduct, poses significant challenges to organizational effectiveness and employee well-being. Leadership plays a pivotal role in either perpetuating or mitigating these toxic environments. This article critically examines the role of leadership in addressing toxic workplace culture, focusing on effective interventions that leaders can implement to transform negative work environments into positive and productive spaces. The study highlights how different leadership styles, particularly transformational and ethical leadership, are instrumental in fostering a culture of accountability, open communication, and ethical behavior. It also explores the importance of leadership interventions such as establishing clear organizational values, implementing conflict resolution mechanisms, and promoting continuous learning and development. However, the study also acknowledges the challenges leaders face, including resistance to change, deeply entrenched toxic behaviors, and external pressures that may undermine efforts to create a positive work environment. The findings suggest that while leadership is crucial in mitigating toxicity, success depends on sustained commitment, adaptability, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics. By prioritizing ethical leadership and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect, organizations can effectively combat toxic workplace culture and promote long-term organizational health and success. This research contributes to the broader understanding of the critical role of leadership in shaping workplace culture and provides practical insights for leaders seeking to address and prevent toxicity in their organizations.

Identities of Farming Culture in Jiangnan: The Creation of Animation to Inherit Folk Customs of Polder Rice Farming in Water Towns

Background and Aim: Jiangnan farming culture, a custom culture formed by Jiangnan people in their long history of agricultural production and life, highlights the features and connotations of the region. Recent years have witnessed a shift from a traditional agricultural society to a modernized and urbanized one, which is influencing the traditional agricultural cultural system deeply. In the context of increasingly globalized and intelligentized economic development, factors such as differences in survival and consciousness caused by the special geographical environment in Jiangnan (southern Yangtze River) have accelerated the modernization of farming civilization in the region. Confronting such a crisis, this study adopts an interdisciplinary research thinking pattern to protect, inherit, and spread Jiangnan farming culture in animation works by establishing a connection between the culture and animation art as well as combining theories such as semiotics, design, and communication. Materials and Methods: Data was collected through literature research, field investigation, and expert interviews to analyze the value, connotation, and characteristics of Jiangnan farming culture, as well as extract its symbolic and animation elements. Results: The research found that Jiangnan farming culture as a typical polder rice farming culture in China is featured by its unique Jiangnan water town characteristics, which serve as a foundation for creating animation works in this article with polder rice farming as the theme to inherit and spread Jiangnan farming culture. Conclusion: 1. As an independent art category, the animation plays a key role in building a farming cultural space and shaping the image of farming culture in cross-cultural communication. 2. Through the narrative expression of animation art, farming ideas are spread and passed on through animation lenses, allowing people to further understand the origin of Jiangnan farming culture. 3. Animation brings unlimited creative space to Jiangnan farming culture, which can promote its future innovation and sustainable development.

The Effect of Visioner Leadership, Communication and Organizational Culture on Employee Commitment and Their Implications on Employee Performance

Facing competition in the current era of globalization requires every organization to work more efficiently and effectively. Competition Increasingly stringent conditions cause organizations to be able to increase their competitiveness in achieving the goals and objectives set by the organization. one of which is increasing employee commitment This study aims to know, analyze, and examine the influence of visionary leadership, communication, and organizational culture on employee commitment and its implications on employee performance at PT. Saraswanti Group North Sumatra. The research methods used are descriptive and verifiative analysis. The data collection used is using questionnaires accompanied by observation techniques and literature. The study used samples taken from proportionally selected employees. Data analysis techniques used to use SEM analysis. The results of the study descriptively show that visionary leadership, communication, organizational culture, employee commitment, and employee performance are in the category of quite good. The results of the verification research show that visionary leadership, communication, and organizational culture affect employee commitment both simultaneously and partially, and employee commitment affects employee performance at PT. Saraswanti Group North Sumatra.

The Evolution of Digital Cultural Heritage Research: Identifying Key Trends, Hotspots, and Challenges through Bibliometric Analysis

Heritage preservation fundamentally represents an act of communication, with digitization and virtual access driving cultural heritage research development and dissemination. These tools stimulate the creation of cultural heritage content and inspire public engagement in learning about and preserving heritage. Despite substantial academic focus on digital cultural heritage (DCH) research, systematic assessment methods remain lacking. This paper researches the application of digital technologies in cultural heritage studies using CiteSpace 6.2 R4 to analyze the evolution of DCH, identifying research hotspots and predicting future trends. The key findings include the following: (1) Current DCH research focuses on countries with significant national power, but future studies should emphasize regions rich in cultural heritage and promote transnational and interdisciplinary research. (2) DCH research concentrates on three areas: the use of VR, AR, and other interactive digital technologies to enhance cultural heritage experiences; the development of cultural relic databases and digital archives; and the implementation of interactive exhibitions and multimedia guides. (3) Identified research hotspots include user immersion experiences, language and identity, and virtual reality technologies. Digital technologies enhance cultural heritage communication by driving innovations in preservation, information management, and digitization. (4) Future research should focus on practical DCH development, emphasizing innovative virtual technologies, database integration, and standardized assessment methods. These efforts aim to provide valuable insights for the sustainable global preservation and dissemination of cultural heritage. The use of digital technologies in cultural heritage is becoming increasingly important, but there is still a need to strike a balance between technological development and heritage preservation to ensure the sustainability of cultural heritage.

Healthcare Professionals' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices in Providing Care to Southeast Asian Immigrants with Cardiometabolic Syndrome: A Scoping Review.

There is a growing emphasis on healthcare professionals' (HCPs) role in managing cardiometabolic risk factors to reduce health disparity for immigrants in developed countries. This scoping review aimed to analyse evidence about HCPs' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of managing cardiometabolic risk factors among Southeast Asian (SEA) immigrants in developed countries. Primary studies from inception to July 17, 2023, from four databases: PubMed/Medline, Embase, PsycINFO, and CINAHL were included. This review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) scoping review methodology and reported in line with PRISMA-ScR. Of 619 identified studies, seven met the inclusion criteria. All studies discussed HCPs' knowledge, six explored attitudes, and three described practices specific to SEA immigrants. The extracted data were analysed using descriptive qualitative content analysis and classified into barriers and facilitators. Barriers included cultural discordance and acculturation challenges (patient level); gaps in cultural understanding, communication and clinical skills (healthcare team level); limited immigrant-specific resources (organisation level); and funding constraints (environment level). Facilitators included community and provider support (patient level), awareness and desires to provide immigrant-specific care (healthcare team level), availability of culturally appropriate services (organisation level), and multicultural agendas and policies (environment level). The barriers and facilitators faced by HCPs caring for SEA immigrants with cardiometabolic syndromes share similarities with other immigrant groups. Future research focused on co-production involving immigrant patients, their communities, and HCPs in healthcare service design is required to support HCPs in providing culturally appropriate care and promoting health equity regardless of ethnic, cultural, or linguistic backgrounds.

Virtual Reconstruction of a New Model of Cultural Heritage Dissemination

According to China's cultural heritage dissemination strategy, China has always had a small scope of cultural heritage dissemination and low awareness of cultural heritage, and it is believed that cultural heritage dissemination is facing a huge dilemma. Based on the Chinese chair, the researchers study the impact of the evolution of Chinese history and technology on the chair, and propose a new way of cultural heritage dissemination of the chair with virtual reality VR technology as the core, realising virtual reconstruction based on the chair, virtual scene reconstruction, increasing the immersive cultural experience, and improving the efficiency of dissemination. The study finds a new model of virtual watch collection, handheld virtual museum dissemination. Using qualitative research, combined with user experience analysis, the user experience of the developed new mode of communication is evaluated through actual sample surveys, and the results of the evaluation obtained positive feedback on the immersion and presence of this new mode, which confirms that this research chair-based virtual reconstruction, virtual watch collection handheld gaming museums can be a new approach to improve the cultural heritage communication service alternatives.

Application of fuzzy control algorithm in music culture communication and teaching management

Application of fuzzy control algorithm in music culture communication and teaching management

Research on Optimization Measures for Cross cultural Communication in Multinational

With the rapid advancement of global economic integration, many domestic enterprises are actively carrying out international operations from a global perspective to explore sustainable development paths. In this context, achieving efficient cross-cultural communication is particularly crucial for enterprises. Considering the complexity of different language environments, explore in depth the differentiated communication strategies that should be adopted in different language environments. Further analyze the various problems, challenges, and influencing factors encountered by enterprises in cross-border communication, and propose corresponding solutions and response modes for these problems and challenges. These discussions aim to help companies better adapt to the globalized business environment and achieve effective cross-cultural communication and exchange.

A Practical Guide to Avoiding Biased Communication in Reproductive Biology.

When cultural biases pervade communication, whether visual or text-based, objectivity is impaired. Anthropocentrism (human-centered bias) and androcentrism (male-centered bias) in particular distort perspectives in mammalian reproductive biology. This paper provides a resource for professionals who understand how cultural biases can be reinforced with language, visuals, and conceptual framing. After brief explanations, we present neutral alternatives to biased terminology as well as ways to avoid bias in illustrations. Since this paper is animal-centric, we hope to inspire the creation of similar resources across a more diverse biota and, thus, move towards a more neutral perspective across reproductive biology.

The TERCAP Tool: Investigation of Nursing Errors in Greek Hospitals

Background: Errors are a common occurrence in all healthcare settings, and the safety of patients is a critical concern that involves multiple factors, including the complex and demanding nature of nursing practice. Nurses, due to their continuous and direct patient care, play a pivotal role in ensuring patient safety. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the factors that contribute to errors from the perspectives of nurses in Greek hospitals, with a focus on understanding the challenges they face in their daily practice. Methods: Clinical nurses willingly and anonymously filled out a specific structured questionnaire, the Taxonomy of Error, Root Cause Analysis, and Practice-responsibility (TERCAP) tool that describes the conditions under which an error during clinical practice occurred. The study method included convenience sampling. After obtaining permission, questionnaires were distributed to hospital departments. To accommodate pandemic-related restrictions, an electronic version of the questionnaire was also created for distribution and collection. Analysis of data was accomplished via SPSS 26.0. Results: Five hundred and ninety-seven clinical nurses participated anonymously, reporting errors in almost seven out of ten cases, often attributing them to high workload and staff shortages. Errors were commonly reported during different shifts in this study. Factors such as assigning significant responsibilities to inexperienced staff and inadequate implementation guidelines were highlighted. Conclusions: The in-depth study of nursing errors provides a nuanced understanding of their causes by categorizing them based on various factors. It emphasizes the complexity of challenges and the need to integrate systemic, clinical, and individual factors into intervention strategies, including medication protocols, ongoing training, clear communication, administrative support, and fostering an open communication culture.

COMMUNICATIVE CULTURE AS AN IMPORTANT CONDITION FOR PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF THE FUTURE PSYCHOLOGIST

The scientific article reveals the content and essence of the culture of communication. The culture of communication is characterized as an important condition for the professional training of a future psychologist. The article notes that the culture of communication represents the unity of personally important worldviews that have become the value beliefs of a person, behavior in accordance with the requirements of both morality and etiquette. The formation of a culture of communication is understood as part of the process of moral education, where the main attention is paid to the formation of behavior and communication skills, but their ethical content is also important. The scientific article consistently examines the conditions for the formation of a communication culture.

Development of ancient Chinese inscription rubbings knowledge base in the context of cultural communication and art appreciation

PurposeTo promote the cultural communication and art appreciation of Inscriptions and calligraphy which are important cultural heritages in China, with a broad crowd base and educational appreciation value, by using digital humanities methods and technologies, the paper aims to discuss how to develop a new user-oriented knowledge base according to user needs for inscription rubbings research and appreciation.Design/methodology/approachThe paper investigates user needs and current problems on the basis of status quo and summation of extensive service experience; validates the rationality of requirements and user scenarios with user research methods including focus groups, interviews and behavior observations; then designs and develops the technical solution of data process, knowledge base construction and service platform through experimental research methods based on agile project management.FindingsThe paper proposes a new reading mode for browsing and appreciation inscription rubbing works, a diverse knowledge-integrated knowledge organizational structure, a systematic user experience and service guiding framework which can be widely applicable to the development of other cultural heritage knowledge bases. Apart from that, the paper puts forward intelligent service development goals for the future.Originality/valueThe paper proposes a new reading mode with the overall functions and user experience design and development for browsing and appreciation inscription rubbing works, a diverse knowledge-integrated knowledge organizational structure, a systematic user experience and service guiding framework which can be widely applicable to the development of other cultural heritage knowledge bases. Apart from that, the paper puts forward intelligent service development goals for the future.

THEORETICAL ASPECTS OF SOCIAL CULTURE DEVELOPMENT IN PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN

Theoretical aspects of the development of the culture of communication among preschoolers are investigated in the scientific article. It is justified that the success of a person in society, especially his socialization, depends, among other factors, on the level of culture of communication and has a significant impact on the effectiveness of any activity in society.

End-of-life care for the devout Jewish patient.

The Joint Commission emphasizes the importance of cultural competence and effective communication in quality medical care, particularly during end-of-life (EOL), when decisions are influenced by diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. For Orthodox Jewish patients, the philosophical framework used for EOL decision-making may conflict with that used in traditional Western medical ethics. In this paper, we explore the complexities of EOL decision-making for devout Jewish patients and highlight how approaches may differ from a Western ethical framework. This paper aims to familiarize clinicians with EOL preferences of Orthodox Jewish patients, organized into an ethical framework called 'casuistic deontology'. Leading with an open-minded approach emphasizing cultural humility, we explore ways in which integrating this perspective can allow for culturally appropriate and compassionate EOL care. Using a case study methodology, we focus on a 79-year-old Orthodox Jewish male hospitalized with severe injuries. The patient's medical course is analyzed, highlighting how the decisions made by his family in consultation with their Rabbi may differ from the decisions made with a philosophy of a Western ethical framework. This case illustrates the ethical tensions that may arise when Western medical practices intersect with Orthodox Jewish beliefs, particularly regarding brain death, resuscitation, and artificial nutrition. We underscore the need for cultural sensitivity when approaching EOL decision-making, allowing for compassionate and comprehensive care that respects religious perspectives. This paper helps provide a structure for clinicians to navigate the complex EOL care needs for the devout Jewish patient in a manner consistent with their cultural and religious identity.

RELIGIOUS MODERATION THROUGH PERSIA-ACEH INTERCULTURAL COMMUNICATION

The cultural encounter between Aceh and Persian traditions occurred through the approach of Sufism during the early spread of Islam in the Nusantara, where Islam was embraced as a socio-cultural ideology by the Acehnese people. The formalization of structural Islamic law in Aceh today has effectively closed off the possibility of religious moderation within the diversity of new cultural expressions. One of these measures is the establishment of Shafi'i school regulations as the main model in Aceh, which impacts the restriction and adjustment of certain traditions and arts that do not align with this school of thought. As a result, intercultural communication becomes an alternative approach to rebuilding mutual understanding, emphasizing the importance of tolerance, and appreciating cultural differences in Indonesia. However, the desired form of moderation has not yet materialized, as evidenced by the emergence of coercive attitudes within a singular religious perspective. Through an intercultural communication approach, this study reveals the moderation attitudes manifested from the cultural encounter between Aceh and Persia. The presence of Persian-style gravestones, still visible in several areas of Pidie (such as Giging, Bungiy, Meunasah Raya Paleue, and Cot Satu), serves as evidence of this cultural exchange. The descriptive-analytical method employed in this research uncovers several findings, including that history demonstrates the intense cultural communication between Persia and the Acehnese people as an expression of religious moderation. However, over time, with the implementation of structural Islam, the attitude of religious moderation has gradually eroded, either directly or indirectly.

Chinese intimacies & consumer–culture–brand relations

ABSTRACT Two Western culture-inflected paradigms of intimacy dominate scholarship in the marketing and consumer behaviour disciplines: intimacy as interior-secrets-revealed and intimacy as knowledge-which-accumulates. This article decentres these concepts by exploring how intimacies in China emerge in complex co-created ways, from contextual settings, from the local construction of space and place, through kinship and its extensions, through ritual and embodied everyday practices, and through the situational instantiation of symbolic boundaries which separate the sphere of intimacy from the public and private spheres. The article shows how competing paradigms for intimacy, including the Western culture inflected paradigms, interact across diverse social domains in China, and further, how Chinese persons’ dispositions regards intimacy are shaped by broader processes of globalization. The article draws on autoethnography in China, as well as popular culture, social media, and brand communications analysis. It offers conclusions about how to theorize consumer-culture-brand relationships considering the analyses of intimacy explored throughout.

Enhancing management performance in rapidly changing organizations: a conceptual exploration

In today's rapidly evolving organizational landscape, effective management is crucial for survival and success. This study addresses the complex challenges managers face in dynamic environments, aiming to fill gaps in existing literature on strategies for improving management performance. Drawing on diverse secondary data sources, the research identifies key factors influencing management effectiveness, such as adaptive leadership, change management models, and the concept of learning organizations. The review highlights that successful management in rapidly changing organizations requires strategic foresight, adaptability, and a culture of innovation, amidst challenges posed by technological advancements, globalization, and workforce diversity. The findings emphasize the critical role of communication, talent management, and organizational culture in shaping effective management practices. This study enhances understanding of management in dynamic contexts, offering practical implications for both industry and academia. Future research should focus on industry-specific applications, theoretical exploration, and methodological enhancements to further advance management practices. Despite limitations associated with secondary data, this study provides valuable insights into strategies that enhance management performance, ultimately enhancing organizational resilience and competitiveness in a constantly changing environment

DESIGNING VISUAL SYMBOLS IN DIGITAL CULTURE

Designing visual symbols is crucial in the ever-changing world of digital culture for communication, identity building, and cultural expression. With an eye toward the aesthetic, functional, and semiotic aspects, this article delves into the methods and principles of making effective visual symbols in digital settings. The study delves into a wide array of digital symbols, including emojis, logos, icons for user interfaces, and digital art, to uncover how these visual components communicate meaning, impact user behavior, and aid in forming online identities and communities. Recognizing digital spaces' multicultural and global character, the research highlights the significance of cultural sensitivity and contextual knowledge throughout the design phase. Additionally, it delves into how technological innovations, including augmented reality and vector graphics, have influenced the development of visual symbols. The adaptability of symbols in response to user interactions and cultural trends may be shown in case studies from various digital platforms and social media networks. The results stress the importance of designers balancing originality and clarity in creating visually appealing and universally understandable symbols. At the end of the paper, we suggest ways to make symbols that may change with digital culture and appeal to different audiences by using iterative design processes and user feedback.