Intercultural Adaptation Research Articles

Development and preliminary psychometric properties of the Scale of Health Belief Model for Sleep

Abstract Background Sleep-related problems are a serious risk to physical and emotional health, academic success, and safety in adolescents. A measurement tool is needed to comprehensively evaluate adolescents’ sleep and plan the steps necessary for behavioral change. This study aimed to develop a scale based on the Health Belief Model that can reliably and validly evaluate adolescent individuals’ beliefs towards sleep. Methods This methodological study was conducted with 494 adolescents between September and October 2022 in Antalya, Turkey. Initially, 81 items about sleep were created according to the Health Belief Model. Validity was assessed as content and construct validity and reliability was assessed as internal consistency. Content validity was evaluated with ten expert views The scale was tested for construct validity with Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), after which the scale’s reliability was evaluated for item-total correlations using Pearson’s correlation analysis and for internal consistency with Cronbach’s Alpha. Results In the first EFA, sixteen factors with eigenvalues greater than 1 explained 63.80% of the total variance. Items with factor loadings of less than .30 and those that appeared in more than one factor with differences of less than %10 were removed from the scale one by one and the analysis was repeated. In the last EFA of the 46-item scale, six factors were found with an eigenvalue greater than 1 that explained 57.7 % of the total variance. The scale’s item-total correlations ranged between .26 - .79. Cronbach’s coefficient alpha of subscales was found .92 for perceived susceptibility, .90 for perceived severity, .90 for perceived benefits, .81 for self-efficacy, .79 for motivation and .69 for perceived barriers. Conclusions The validity and reliability properties of the scale of Health Belief Model for sleep have been found good levels in Adolescents. Its intercultural adaptation for use with adolescents in other countries is recommended. Key messages • The newly developed the scale of Health Belief Model for sleep was found to be valid and reliable. • It can be used to assess adolescents’ beliefs about sleep.

Persepsi Masyarakat Betawi terhadap Ondel-Ondel sebagai Atribut Pengamen Jalanan di Petukangan Utara Jakarta Selatan

One of the typical Betawi arts is Ondel-ondel. Ondel-ondel are large dolls in pairs, made from woven bamboo, wearing masks and palm fiber hair. This research uses intercultural adaptation theory to change the current view of Ondel-ondel which is used as an attribute of busking. This research uses descriptive qualitative analysis methods. Researchers conducted interviews consisting of five informants. The research was carried out purposively, with the aim of obtaining data that could be used in discussions. The conditions set for selecting speakers are the Betawi people who live in the North Petukangan area. The results of research entitled Betawi Community Perceptions of Ondel-ondel as an Attribute of Street Buskers in North Petukangan, South Jakarta. This research has found and extracted information from all data which includes data based on interviews with sources. Four of the five sources that researchers interviewed, of the four sources, had two perceptions, some were positive and negative. This research shows that through interviews consisting of 3 points in the research, the existence of Ondel-ondel buskers in the community, there are those who think positively that it is considered cultural preservation, but there are also those who think negatively that Ondel-ondel buskers 3on the street are also considered to damage the reputation of Betawi culture. and the presence of Ondel-ondel buskers on the street can disrupt street order.

Factors influencing cross-cultural adaptation among international students in china: an empirical investigation

With the booming development of international education, China has become an important destination for many international students. However, facing a brand new cultural environment, the cross-cultural adaptation problem of international students has become more and more prominent. Through an empirical investigation, this study aims to reveal the key factors affecting their adaptation process. Through a questionnaire survey this paper collected data from international students in China. The results of the analysis show that factors such as level of interpersonal interaction, Chinese language proficiency, cultural distance, time spent in China, and satisfaction all have a significant impact on international students' cross-cultural adaptation. This study not only provides new perspectives for understanding the process of international students' intercultural adaptation, but also explores the characteristics of sociocultural adaptation of international students in Chinese cultural and educational contexts through known antecedent factors.

Psychological Aspects Regarding Intercultural Transformation Through Communication – Elements of Interest in the Practice of Social Work

When a foreign group that wants to relocate comes into contact with the culture of the host group, the process of intercultural adaptation of both groups is set in motion. The process starts and continues through communication, regardless of its form. During this process, individuals undergo a certain degree of intercultural transformation, corresponding to the degree of communication they have had. Transformation is bilateral and occurs naturally and inevitably, even when foreigners do not seek to adapt and want to maintain their individuality, even if they do not have a proactive attitude in order for adaptation to occur, even when there is no desire to effectively participate in communicative activities with the hosts and the foreigners choose to mainly become implicated in superficial contacts with the natives. Even in extreme conflictual situations, such as war or the crisis of refugees, the individuals who came into contact with the culture of the states where they took refuge, upon returning to their own country, no longer have the same cultural traits as when they left their native country. The purpose of this article is to theoretically analyze the psychological mechanisms that are of interest in the field of social work regarding the process of intercultural transformation that takes place through communication between the host group and the foreign group in the clash of two different cultures.

The Cultural Structure of Society and the Role of Communication in Forming Cultural Identity – Relevant Aspects for Social Work

Culture is one of the basic components of society, which objectively reflects the state of a people, a nation or a group of people, its level of emancipation and development, both macrosocially and microsocially. Over time, society has been built on the cultural proficiency of individuals, groups and peoples, transposed into their history through artistic and cultural creations in literature, music, sculpture, architecture, religion, science, philosophy, sociology and politology. The components, characteristics and elements that comprise the culture of a community shape its cultural identity, thus building its social identity. National identity is built by cumulation of the elements composing the social identity of all the communities occupying a certain geographical space. When members of a community come into contact with social groups that adhere to different cultural elements, intercultural adaptation begins. The process is marked by the mutual communication of cultural particularities and the negotiation of the values ​​related to these particularities, and through this communicative process the individuals undergo a certain degree of intercultural transformation, corresponding to the degree of communication they had. The purpose of this article is to theoretically analyze the relevant connections, for the field of social work, between the cultural structure of society and communication within the process of cultural identity formation.

French-language questionnaires in ENT: Inventory and review

ObjectivePatient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are now an integral part of clinical and academic practice in ENT, and it is essential to have tools with a validated French version. However, there are no guidelines on ENT questionnaires available in French or those that could have transcultural adaptation. MethodsThe present study, under the auspices of the ENT National Professional Council and the French Society of ENT, inventoried PROMs, for each super-specialty and pathology, meeting one of the following inclusion criteria: validated French version, not translated but used internationally (i.e., translated into other languages and widely cited since 2017), or subjectively deemed useful by experts in the super-specialty in question. ResultsIn total, 103 questionnaires were identified. To encourage and accompany their intercultural adaptation and statistical validation, this article presents the rationale and methodology of such an undertaking. ConclusionPROMs either already validated in French or which it would be useful to translate were inventoried. The methodology of translation and validation to guarantee reliability and relevance is presented.

Assessment of Nontechnical Skills During Resuscitation: Validation in the Italian Version of the TEAM.

Nontechnical skills (hereinafter referred to as NTS), such as task management, leadership, situational awareness, communication, and decision making contribute to safe and efficient team performance. The importance during cardiopulmonary resuscitation is being increasingly emphasized. We carried out the intercultural adaptation of the TEAM score in Italian and to evaluate the reliability and validity of the resulting Italian version (i-TEAM). A forward-backward translation was made with the author called i-TEAM. Psychometric properties of the i-TEAM score were evaluated, including acceptability, construct validity, and interrater reliability. We divided the participants into 3 groups based on their experience, and we verified if there was a correlation between the final score NTS of i-TEAM and the groups. The Cronbach coefficient was 0.91 for the Total i-TEAM score. The descriptive statistics showed that there was no correlation between NTS score and experience (group). Our results show that i-TEAM has psychometric properties similar to the original score.

Media Influence on Nyokum: Cultural Shifts in the Nyishi Community

The research paper aims to investigate the impact of mass media on the intercultural adaptation process, specifically focusing on the intricate relationship between the media and traditional festivities among the Nyishi Community of Arunachal Pradesh. This study employed mixed method to shed light on the challenges and transformations occurring within the Nyokum festival celebrations. The Nyokum festival, in particular, has evolved over time, serving as a means to preserve the rich heritage of a culture facing decline amidst modernization and the encroachment of dominant cultures. One notable shift in traditional practices observed during the Nyokum festival is the transition from ritualistic observances to a greater emphasis on merrymaking and revelry. This paper delves into the role of media in shaping the structure of festival celebrations, highlighting how the fusion of foreign influences has led to deviations in cultural production and ongoing changes in traditional practices.

INVESTIGATION OF THE CULTURAL ADAPTATION EXPERIENCES OF EXPAT TEACHERS IN OMAN

This study examines the cultural adaptation experiences of expat teachers living in Oman, focusing on the impact of cultural differences on intercultural adaptation and communication. Using the Cultural Intelligence Scale CQS, the study investigates how expat teachers navigate Oman's significantly different cultural landscape. It also explores the role of cultural intelligence in successful adaptation by examining the multifaceted nature of culture and its stages of adaptation. Prior to the research, a literature review was conducted on cultural adaptation and the display of emotions in intercultural experiences. Interviews with 16 expat teachers in higher education were conducted using six questions based on the cultural intelligence scale to uncover the difficulties encountered and the strategies used to manage cultural differences in communication in both professional and social contexts. The aim was to highlight the experiences of expat teachers in responding to the cultural differences they encounter and their adaptation processes by emphasizing the distinct cultural differences between Omani culture and other cultures.

A Study of Coping Strategies for Overseas Students Speaking Anxiety in Cross-Cultural Contexts

This study aims to explore the problem of speaking anxiety faced by overseas students in cross-cultural context and their coping strategies. By using questionnaires and in-depth interviews, the phenomenon of speaking anxiety and its countermeasures were studied in 200 international students. The results show that international students speaking anxiety mainly stems from the lack of confidence in language ability, the fear of failure, and the differences with the native culture. Coping strategies include active participation in language practice, seeking social and psychological support, and developing intercultural adaptability. This study not only reveals the complexity of speaking anxiety in intercultural communication, but also provides educators and international students with targeted strategies to reduce speaking anxiety and promote language learning.

EXPLORING THE LEVELS OF CULTURAL INTELLIGENCE AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AMONG ASIAN INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence have gained substantial attention as integral components of the intercultural adaptation process. Despite their significance, there exists a research gap in examining the specific levels of these competencies within homogeneous cohorts of international students. Therefore, the main purpose of this study was to address this gap by assessing the levels of cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence among Asian international students enrolled in Chinese universities and their associated with sociodemographic variables. The study comprised 228 student participants. Participants completed self-report questionnaires measuring their cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. The findings reveal that a significant proportion of Asian international students exhibit moderate to high levels of both cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. Additionally, the research highlights a positive correlation between cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. Among sociodemographic variables, prior travel experiences and international students’ friendships with local students displayed significant relationships with their cultural intelligence and emotional intelligence. However, gender, age, and educational level were not significantly related to cultural and emotional intelligence competencies. The study might offer valuable insights into the extensive body of cross-cultural literature on international students and can also serve as a practical guide for university communities seeking to implement measures that enhance the cultural and emotional intelligence of international students.

ON THE ISSUE OF INTERCULTURAL ADAPTATION OF FOREIGN STUDENTS COMING TO CHINA UNDER THE “ONE BELT, ONE ROAD” INITIATIVE

In recent years, the number of foreign students from Belt and Road countries has increased further. The cultural adaptation problems caused by living in a foreign culture will have an impact on their psychology. Therefore, for international students in China, cross-cultural adaptation is the first challenge they have to face after studying and living in China. This article takes the intercultural adaptation of Chinese international students as a starting point, analyzes the dilemmas and problems they face, and proposes strategies to improve the intercultural adaptation ability of international students from the perspective of strengthening cultural contacts, promoting exchanges between Chinese and international students, and also increasing psychological adaptability.

Assessment Model Construction of International Students’ Intercultural Adaptation Based on Dual Attention Graph Convolutional Network

Assessment Model Construction of International Students’ Intercultural Adaptation Based on Dual Attention Graph Convolutional Network

Intercultural Adaptation of Chinese Culture to The Elements of City Planning on The North Coast of Java (Case Study: Jin De Yuan and Tay Kak Sie Temple)

Intercultural adaptation in Indonesia especially in the northern coastal areas occurred through cultural interaction between immigrants of various ethnicities and the local culture. The Chinese immigrants initially arrived with a mission to open the silk route via waterways and settled in the area by establishing Chinese community and constructing Chinese temples. This research aimed to identify the intercultural adaptation of Chinese culture in the northern coastal Chinese community areas, with a case study of Jin De Yuan Temple in Jakarta and Tay Kak Sie Temple in Semarang. Descriptive analysis was employed with two data collection processes. Secondary data were obtained from literature studies and primary data were gathered through direct observations at the locations. This research adopted an intercultural adaptation perspective with a scale for urban design elements. The findings revealed that both research objects shared similarities in the intercultural adaptation process, particularly in acculturation and assimilation.

The theory of international student development

ABSTRACT Current student development theories are mostly grounded in the experiences of domestic students in North America. The increasing portion of the international students in the post-secondary student population has created a glaring gap for a unique theory of international student development. A unique theory for international student development, with a focus on their intercultural learning experiences, will serve as a necessary theoretical foundation for international student programmes and services that are offered in most hosting universities of international students as an overlay on top of general student services. Through a critical review of existing literature, this paper endeavours to develop a coherent theory of international student development that endorses a critical and post-structural approach to the key issues of intercultural identity, intercultural competence and intercultural adaptation for international students.

Adaptation of the Australian National University Alzheimer's Disease Risk Index-Short Form (ANU-ADRI-SF) into Turkish.

The 'Australian National University Alzheimer's Disease Risk Index' (ANU-ADRI) assesses the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD) and is a potential tool for its prevention. The aim of this study is to adapt the ANU-ADRI-SF (the short version of ANU-ADRI) into the Turkish language and Turkish cultural context. The study was methodological and involved the translation and intercultural adaptation of the ANU-ADRI-SF into the Turkish language. The study included 384 community-based participants from a province in the Western Black Sea Region of Türkiye. Data was collected via an online form prepared using Google Forms. The index was translated from its original language, English, into Turkish and then retranslated to English by bilingual translators. It was then reviewed and evaluated for possible issues related to translation and degrees of equivalence. When TR-ANU-ADRI-SF levels were compared according to sex, the mean risk scores were found to be 11.25 ± 7.02 for males and 11.69 ± 7.99 for females. After cross-cultural adaptation, the TR-ANU-ADRI-SF was conceptually intelligible to Turkish adults. The TR-ANU-ADRI-SF is a valid and reliable AD risk assessment tool. Given the increase in AD and its impact on people's health, there is a great need for strategies to be implemented by health professionals to improve the lifestyle of the adult population. For use in conjunction with these strategies, a localised AD risk assessment tool that can be applied by clinicians or by individual patients has been adapted and introduced to the Turkish literature.

THE SOCIAL SUPPORT ON THE INTERCULTURAL ADAPTATION AMONG CHINESE STUDENTS AT INFRASTRUCTURE UNIVERSITY KUALA LUMPUR (IUKL)

In the current environment, more and more Chinese students choose to study abroad. Many scholars have pointed out that in the context of globalization, the links between countries are increasingly close, and more and more students from different countries choose to study abroad. Chinese students from China studying in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, have changed a lot under this background. The focus of this study is the intercultural adaptation problems that foreign students will face when they study in a foreign country. This study takes social support as the starting point, takes Chinese students in Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur as an example, sends out questionnaires and collects 147 valid questionnaires, explores the situation of social support and intercultural adaptation of Chinese students in different social backgrounds, and the relationship between social support and intercultural adaptability. Quantitative research methods were used in the study. Supported by Cobb and Kasl's (1976) social support theory and Black & Mendenhall's (1991) intercultural U-shaped theory, this study draws relevant conclusions through SPSS data analysis. The results reveal that: students with different social backgrounds have different social support and intercultural adaptation. At the same time, the results show that: social support has a positive impact on intercultural adaptation. According to the above results, this study further studies the methods of strengthening social support to improve intercultural adaptability. This study suggests strengthening the interpersonal skills of foreign students, increasing the accumulation of social resources and the ability to deal with interpersonal relationships in social support. It advocates that society, schools and parents should form a joint force, pay attention to students who have no experience of studying abroad, and guide them to actively seek ways to exercise in social resources, social networks and related important others. To explore the influence of social support on intercultural adaptability.

The Impact of International Students’ Social Media Use on Their Intercultural Adaptation: Insights from In-depth Interviews

The existence of social media provides a convenient chance for people to communicate with their families or make new friends without the limitation of time and space, which facilitates the process of globalization to some extent. Recent research has demonstrated that many international students use social media to adapt to their new lives in foreign countries because it can help them connect with families and friends back home and in their host countries. This essay aims to explore the impact of international students’ social media use on their intercultural adaptation and provide valuable implications for language teaching and learning.

Рroblems of interaction and communication among youth in the vector of the development of their social competence and intercultural adaptation

У статті розкрито проблему взаємодії та спілкування серед молоді у векторі розвитку її соціальної компетентності і міжкультурної адаптації. Показано, що соціальна компетентність – це інтегральна характеристика особистості, яка відображає її досягнення у розвитку відносин з іншими людьми, забезпечує повноцінне оволодіння соціальною реальністю і дає можливість ефективно вибудовувати свою поведінку залежно від ситуації та відповідно до прийнятих у соціумі на даний момент норм і стандартів. Наголошується, що у психологічній науці існує низка підходів до розуміння соціальної компетентності, оскільки, будучи базисною для особистості, ця якість формується у процесі взаємодії і впливає на успішність розвитку особистості, визначаючи її напрямок. Незважаючи на різні підстави для визначення соціальної компетентності у межах різних наукових підходів, в структурі соціальної компетентності можна виділити комунікативну та перцептивну (когнітивну) компетентність і знання у галузі міжособистісної взаємодії. Теоретичними підставами соціальної компетентності є знання про процеси та явища, що відбуваються в соціальній дійсності. Оскільки соціальна компетентність передбачає наявність певних знань про механізми та особливості соціальної взаємодії, розуміння різних ситуацій, особистісну та соціальну ідентифікацію, можна говорити про різні рівні її прояву: рівні політики, рівні соціальних інститутів та спільностей та рівні міжособистісного спілкування.

JICIR Intercultural Theme Dialogue Chinese Multi-National Corporations (MNC’s): (Part I) Global Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract This article presents an in-depth exploration of the challenges and opportunities faced by Chinese Multi-National Corporations (MNCs) as they navigate the global business landscape. Focusing on the intercultural adaptation and communication barriers, it highlights the experiences of Chinese MNCs in various regions, including Africa and Pakistan. The discussion is based on a webinar panel featuring experts with diverse interdisciplinary backgrounds in intercultural business communication, intercultural management, international business, as well as international relation and economics. The insights from the panel address key themes and cross- and intercultural challenges such as dealing with differing leadership styles, communication barriers, cultural differences, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and the development of intercultural competence in diverse socio-cultural environments. The panelists emphasized the importance of flexibility, mutual understanding, and culturally agile leadership in overcoming these challenges. The discussion also outlines potential research areas for further exploration of the intercultural dynamics of Chinese MNCs. Through this dialogue, the article aims to stimulate future research and provide practical recommendations for improving the global operations and intercultural interactions of Chinese enterprises. It also proposes ideas on how Chinese MNCS can both develop and integrate local and global practices to achieve sustainable international growth.