Multicultural Interactions Research Articles

Concept Of Educational Social Contact In Family, School and Community

Educational social contact is a form of interaction that supports the learning process and character building of individuals, both in the family, school and community environments. This article aims to explore and elaborate the concept and important role of educative social contact in three main domains, namely family, school and community. Using a qualitative method based on a literature study, this research identifies and analyzes the various forms and impacts of educational interactions that occur in these environments. The results of the analysis show that educative social contacts that occur in families, schools and communities play a very important role in the formation of individuals' character, social skills and moral values. Family interactions, such as modeling, educative communication and character education, form the basis of child development. Schools as social agents develop students' academics and character through formal, non-formal learning and social interactions. Society introduces social norms, diversity, and the importance of cooperation and empathy. Participation in social activities, multicultural interactions and use of public facilities help individuals develop social skills to contribute to community life. These three environments complement each other in shaping individuals who are intelligent, good character and adaptive.

RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE IN BANDA ACEH AND KEDIRI: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN DIGITAL SPACE

This research explores religious tolerance in Banda Aceh and Kediri within the context of digital space, focusing on the genealogy, contestation, and development directions of religious tolerance. The aim is to understand the social and cultural dynamics shaping patterns of religious tolerance in these regions and how digital spaces influence interfaith interactions. The methodology employed is a qualitative approach with case study methods, including in-depth interviews, social media content analysis, and participatory observation. The genealogy reveals fundamental differences between Banda Aceh, which exhibits a tolerance pattern influenced by Sharia law and strict norms, and Kediri, which is more inclusive due to its multicultural interactions. In digital spaces, religious contestation reflects tensions between conservative and progressive groups; Banda Aceh tends to uphold traditional values, while Kediri is more open to interfaith dialogue. The findings indicate that digital spaces have significant potential for fostering religious tolerance, though they are also vulnerable to hate speech and polarization. The future of religious tolerance in both regions will heavily depend on how communities and governments manage digital interactions, as well as educational efforts and policies that promote dialogue and interfaith understanding.

METHODOLOGY OF FORMATION OF ETHNOCULTURAL COMPETENCE IN STUDENTS OF PEDAGOGICAL HIGHER EDUCATION

The increasing globalization and multicultural interactions in contemporary society necessitate the integration of ethnocultural competence in the education system, particularly within pedagogical higher education. This paper explores the methodologies and strategies for forming ethnocultural competence among students in pedagogical institutions. By examining the theoretical foundations, practical implementations, and challenges associated with this educational objective, the study aims to provide a comprehensive framework for educators and policymakers.

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CULTURE AND COGNITION

<p>Contemporary society is swarming with constantly altering paradigms and emerging trends, which are fluctuating within the array of punctilious socio-cultural relationships.<br />It goes without saying that the global shift of events, which entails such notions as national disruption, cultural discrepancies and numerous misinterpretations of implications, leads to local and global havoc within the scope of multilingual and multicultural interactions. Nevertheless, regardless of the swiftly changing pace of ideas and commonly perceived concepts, there is a notion, which remains unaltered, i.e., an individual's socio-cultural background. The latter entails the whole set of factors, ranging from the psychological state of a person, his or her implicit and explicit knowledge and lexical aptitudes. This particular article accumulated a solid set of international respondents, thus delineating the core idea of what exactly moulds us, as units of society, subsequently adapting our perception of utterances, interpretation of interlocutors and the grasp of transpiring events. The author truly believes that the overall accumulation of international responses might serve as a great launching ground and the premise for further multilingual and inter socio-cultural research.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/lit/0707/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Boundary Interweaving: The Boundary-Making Strategy for Multicultural Coexistence in Marketing Systems

Multicultural interactions bring individuals from varied cultural backgrounds together, leading to situations that either foster or impede social cohesion. This issue is critical as social cohesion significantly influences quality-of-life (QOL), which, together with marketing systems, forms the core of macromarketing. Our research contributes by introducing “boundary interweaving” – a novel concept in boundary-making strategy that aims to improve QOL and cultural well-being within marketing systems. Boundary interweaving is a process wherein two or more cultural boundaries interweave together to create a new, unique cultural boundary. Integrating marketing systems and boundary-making theories, this study on ethnic minority marketing shifts from the traditional single-level focus to explore multi-level interactions among market actors. Employing discourse analysis of a documentary and news articles, particularly focusing on food narratives from wet markets and adjacent hawker stalls, we examine interactions between market actors consisting of government, politicians, mass media, sellers, and consumers. Our findings reveal that interactions among market actors exemplify boundary interweaving within the realms of space, language, and foodways. Rather than delineating us and them among different ethnic groups, this paper demonstrates that joint efforts by market actors across macro-, meso-, and microlevels can facilitate the integration, social inclusion and coexistence of diverse ethnic cultures within the marketing system. Boundary interweaving fosters cultural well-being, promotes a sense of belonging and facilitates social cohesion among different ethnic groups. This study highlights the influence of culture on the functioning, growth, and evolution of a marketing system.

The impact of discrimination on the psychological wellbeing and ethnic identity of international students in North Cyprus

The social categorization theory suggests that ingroup bias is a common cognitive bias that can result in discrimination against outgroup members. In recent years there has been a notable increase in the international student body globally as well as an increase in the diversity of the students. Considering this background, it is imperative to investigate the social experiences of this group of students. The current research investigates experiences of discrimination among international students and how they influence their ethnic identity and psychological well-being. A sample of 386 students was recruited from 2 universities in Northern Cyprus using a convenience sampling technique. The findings show a positive relationship between discrimination and psychological distress. The findings also show that ethnic identity is negatively correlated with discrimination and psychological distress. International students who reported higher scores of discrimination showed higher levels of stress and depression. This is because discrimination would result in social exclusion or isolation. High levels of discrimination are associated with low ethnic identity scores among international students. The study shows that ethnic identity does not mediate the impact of discrimination on psychological well-being (psychological distress, depression, anxiety, stress). The findings also show that there are significant differences in discrimination based on race and religion this may be linked to cultural distance between the host and home countries. Considering these findings, educational institutions should increase support services offered to international students, offer awareness and sensitivity training for multicultural interactions and, also incorporate authentic sustainability curricula.

Executive editor’s comments: dispositions that foster multicultural interactions

Executive editor’s comments: dispositions that foster multicultural interactions

Балет Р. Штрауса «Легенда об Иосифе». Музыкальное толкование библейского сюжета

The article is dedicated to the musical and choreographic interpretation of the biblical plot in the ballet "The Legend of Joseph" by R. Strauss, with libretto by H. Hofmannsthal and H. Kessler, created in 1914 for the Diaghilev seasons. The events of the Holy Scripture, representing endless possibilities of interpretation, allow to highlight the important cultural problem: the biblical plot and modernity. In this regard, the music and choreography of the ballet attract attention not only with their originality, but also as a vivid example of a work in which different trends of its time are interwoven. From the perspective of musical dramaturgy, this primarily involves the emphasis on the role of the psychological element in character development and revelation of the plot — a significant role in this process is played by Strauss’s leitmotif writing, as well as quotes (including self-quotes) and allusions. From a non-musical context perspective, there is undeniable influence of Freud’s psychoanalytic theory — as evidenced by the interpretation of the heroine’s role, reminiscent of Salome from the eponymous opera (pathological infatuation with Joseph brings her to irrational actions, leading to madness). The article analyzes the influence of Hofmannsthal’s poetry, the obvious connection of the heroine with the female images of Gustav Klimt, as well as the scientific direction "Philosophy of Life". The rich context that has emerged represents an intertext that is not confined within purely musical boundaries, but includes multicultural interactions. The main conclusion is that R. Strauss, long before Thomas Mann’s novel, created a work that defined the characteristic features of the modern era, such as a tendency towards myth, the East, and biblical themes. R. Strauss also deserves credit for creating the genre of choreographic drama, successfully continued by S. Prokofiev.

Analisis Pelaksanaan Pendidikan Multikultural oleh Guru Kelas SD

SD Negeri 06 Muara Rupit is one of the schools located in the district capital in the Muara Rupit sub-district, Rupit sub-district, North Musi Rawas Regency. This study aims to describe the Analysis of the Implementation of Multicultural Education by Classroom Teachers in schools with case studies at SD Negeri 6 Muara Rupit in 2022. The facts revealed are described in words and actions, so this research uses a qualitative approach. Data analysis applies an interactive model through interviews, data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that there is multicultural equality, differences in religion and ethnicity in the multicultural interactions of class VI students at SD Negeri 06 Muara Rupit based on religion and ethnicity, religious status consisting of Islam and Christianity. The existing tribes are the Rawas tribe and the Anak Dalam tribe. Efforts made by the class teacher to strengthen self-confidence and reinforce these students and apply mutual respect and a sense of kinship with friends around them.
 
 Keywords: multicultural, class teacher

Human Relations in Multicultural Societies: An al-Qur’anic Overview

The Qur'anic perspective on human connections in heterogeneous communities is evaluated in this study. It conducts textual analysis as well as historical interpretation of Qur'an verses. The findings illustrate how the Qur'an plays a unique role in improving human interactions in a multicultural society by emphasizing the importance of unity, fostering brotherhood, advocating justice, protecting equality, promoting interfaith dialog and tolerance, and ensuring religious freedom for all religions, cultures, and civilizations. The study concludes by stressing that the Holy Qur'an is a comprehensive guide that promotes peaceful interfaith and multicultural interactions. It can be used as a model for resolving multicultural problems and promoting peace and harmony among people of different faiths and cultures.

Komunikasi Antar Budaya Pasangan Kawin Campur di Indonesia

As the world opens up and multicultural interactions increases, the same applies to intercultural relationships. In Indonesia, especially in the capital of Jakarta, people from different backgrounds of culture even countries are often met and some, fall in love. The study aims to understand and discover how individuals married to someone who is from different culture live, and the process of intercultural communication happen in an intimate relationship of a marriage. The study uses qualitative methodology with interpretive paradigm. The result of the study shows intercultural marriages comes with just as many conflicts as in a monoculture marriage, but requires extra patience due to the different basic perspectives in approaching conflicts, and takes more time to adapt for the culture to assimilate to each other's. As the world opens up and multicultural interactions increases, the same applies to intercultural relationships. In Indonesia, especially in the capital of Jakarta, people from different backgrounds of culture even countries are often met and some, fall in love. The study aims to understand and discover how individuals married to someone who is from different culture live, and the process of intercultural communication happen in an intimate relationship of a marriage. The study uses qualitative methodology with interpretive paradigm. The result of the study shows intercultural marriages comes with just as many conflicts as in a monoculture marriage, but requires extra patience due to the different basic perspectives in approaching conflicts, and takes more time to adapt for the culture to assimilate to each other's.

Komunikasi Antar Budaya Pasangan Kawin Campur di Indonesia

As the world opens up and multicultural interactions increases, the same applies to intercultural relationships. In Indonesia, especially in the capital of Jakarta, people from different backgrounds of culture even countries are often met and some, fall in love. The study aims to understand and discover how individuals married to someone who is from different culture live, and the process of intercultural communication happen in an intimate relationship of a marriage. The study uses qualitative methodology with interpretive paradigm. The result of the study shows intercultural marriages comes with just as many conflicts as in a monoculture marriage, but requires extra patience due to the different basic perspectives in approaching conflicts, and takes more time to adapt for the culture to assimilate to each other's. As the world opens up and multicultural interactions increases, the same applies to intercultural relationships. In Indonesia, especially in the capital of Jakarta, people from different backgrounds of culture even countries are often met and some, fall in love. The study aims to understand and discover how individuals married to someone who is from different culture live, and the process of intercultural communication happen in an intimate relationship of a marriage. The study uses qualitative methodology with interpretive paradigm. The result of the study shows intercultural marriages comes with just as many conflicts as in a monoculture marriage, but requires extra patience due to the different basic perspectives in approaching conflicts, and takes more time to adapt for the culture to assimilate to each other's.

Effects of mixed groups on multicultural interaction and student experience

This article studies the multicultural experience of students who completed a group project in an undergraduate economics course. Students were required to work in groups of four consisting of at least two nationalities. Feedback on this multicultural experience was gathered through a questionnaire. The results show strong support for intervention by academic staff to promote multicultural interactions on campus, identify many benefits and highlight potential challenges. We found evidence that students interacted on topics wider than the project topic itself, such as differences in culture, university life, and leisure activities, and that almost half of them agreed that their quality of work improved when they worked in mixed groups. Cultural diversity in group work should be built into the early years of degree programmes to help students develop multicultural competency.

The Evolution of Business Ethics in China and the United States: Convergence, Divergence, or Crossvergence?

ABSTRACTThis study presents a cross-temporal comparison of managerial ethics in China and the US. Although it is well established that cross-cultural differences exist in business ethics and that culture and values in a society may evolve over time, little attention has been paid to the longitudinal changes in such cross-cultural differences that might have occurred over time. Building on three different perspectives on values evolution, namely, convergence, divergence, and crossvergence, we investigate whether and how cross-cultural differences in managerial ethical decision-making and the associated moral philosophy have changed in China and the US over the decade between the mid-1990s and the mid-2000s. Our analysis reveals that the difference in Chinese and American managers' ethical decision-making evolved in many different directions over the decade, lending support to the crossvergence perspective. Interestingly, however, we discover that the divergence outlook prevails when it comes to the moral philosophies behind their decision-making. These findings provide critical insights into cross-cultural as well cross-temporal evolution in business ethics in a world of increasing cross-cultural and multicultural interactions.

Establishment Of Religious Tolerance Through Multicultural School Culture In Taman Harapan Elementary School Malang City

<p align="center"><strong><em>Abstract</em></strong><em></em></p><p><em>This paper aims to provide an overview of the formation of attitudes of religious tolerance through a multicultural school culture at Taman Harapan Elementary School, Malang City. The research approach used is qualitative with a case study type. Data collection techniques using participant observation, interviews, and document studies. The data analysis technique used the Huberman model analysis technique. Namely, through the stages of condensation, data presentation, concluding / verification. The results of this study indicate that the formation of religious tolerance in Taman Harapan Elementary School, Malang City, is formed through the multicultural school culture that is developed. The multicultural school culture is in question in all aspects of school community life, starting from the teaching and learning process activities in the classroom to the habituation program that is the flagship of Taman Harapan Elementary School. The process of forming an attitude of religious tolerance through school culture at Taman Harapan Elementary School, Malang City, among others, is through introducing the values of diversity such as facilities for places of worship for six religions, celebration of multi-religious holidays. Second, strengthening tolerance material in the learning. Third, habituation of the culture of religious tolerance through multicultural social interactions</em></p>

Latent Opportunities for Heritage Tourism in South Africa: Evidence from Mahikeng and Surrounds

In many parts of the global South heritage is one of the major drivers for destination development. This case study builds upon the existing international scholarship on heritage as a driver for local economic development. The focus on the study is Mahikeng and the wider Ngaka Modiri Molema District in the North West province where there is a wealth of underutilised local cultural and heritage assets. This valuable asset base stems from the area’s history of multi-cultural interactions and with important historical events that occurred in the area relating to the colonial town of Mafeking; the Siege of Mafeking, the founding of the Boy Scout movement and the Anglo-Boer War (South African War); the life of David Livingstone; the life and experiences of prominent African leaders like Sol Plaatje and Dr (Ngaka) Modiri Molema; and, African cultural heritage. However, many heritage assets in the area are underutilised due to the peripheral location of the town, poor marketing and low visitor numbers, as well as, poor maintenance. Arguably, Mahikeng and its surrounds enjoys a rich heritage asset base which offers latent opportunities for a future expansion of heritage tourism and an expanded contribution of tourism for the local economy.

Cross-Border Interactions and European Identity

Abstract This article examines what types of cross-border interactions promote a stronger sense of European identity than national identity. Firstly, using data from the Eurobarometer survey a typology of cross-border practices is constructed and associated with different levels of European identity. Secondly, a qualitative study evaluates the life course of 36 individuals involved in a European binational relationship. Both interactions within and outside Europe are assessed. The findings show that three types of interactions might promote a strong identification as European: Intra-European integrative interactions, involving a certain level of integration into the host society (in economic, educational and social systems) and associated with long-term stays; Multicultural interactions, involving a setting of shared activities and cooperation between individuals of several European nationalities; and Outside Europe interactions, that put Europe at perspective between the “we” and the “others”. On the other hand, the effect of Non-Integrative (sojourns) and short-term stays might be negligible.

Linking Daily Intercultural Communication to Creative Behavior: A Job Demands-Resources Perspective

Although multicultural interactions are purported to offer creative potential, this creativity often goes unrealized. Our research takes a within-person approach to unravel the conundrum of creativity in cultural diversity. To do so, we focus on intercultural communication quality and examine how it facilitates day-to-day creativity in a multicultural workplace. Drawing on the motivational process of Job-Demands-Resources and conservation of resources theories, we propose that daily quality of intercultural communication indirectly enhances an individual’s creative behavior the following day through work-related rumination and work engagement. Results from an experience sampling study of 136 employees who work outside their home country generally supported our model. Specifically, employees experiencing daily high-quality intercultural communications reduced affective rumination in the evening and enhanced their next-day work engagement and creative behavior. Overall, this study enriches our understanding of multicultural interactions and creativity by adopting an intra-individual approach.

Leadership-promoted diversity climate and group identification

PurposeBesides diversity's positive effects, groups of “we” against “them” may form in accordance with social categorization theory, showing diversity's negative consequences. The authors aim to reconcile these results and examine their boundary conditions.Design/methodology/approachThe authors studied 584 working professionals from five contexts (transnational companies dealing with multicultural interactions) and analyzed data using moderated-mediation procedures.FindingsA leader-promoting diversity climate plays a crucial role in moderating the negative relationship between perceived dissimilarity and group identification, which is mediated by value dissimilarity.Originality/valueThis study mainly contributes by treating dissimilarity as a multicomponent construct, emphasizing the crucial differences embodied in various conceptualizations of dissimilarity – namely visible and value dissimilarity. For dissimilarity to result in group identification, the results highlight leaders' crucial role, beyond that of organizations and individuals, in stimulating a diversity-embracing climate in work units.

The Multicultural Personality Questionnaire (SF-40): Adaptation and Validation of the Spanish Version.

The coexistence of diverse cultures in our society indicates the need to examine the factors related to the success of multicultural interactions. The study aims were to examine the psychometric characteristics of the Spanish version of the Multicultural Personality Questionnaire short form (MPQ-SF40), in a convenience sample of 392 university students. Then, the effect of sex and age was assessed, and finally, the levels and percentiles of multicultural personality were measured. The scale’s validity was assessed with exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis (EFA and CFA). Reliability was evaluated with Cronbach’s alpha, composite reliability (CR), and average variance extracted (AVE). The final structure of the MPQ-SF40 consisted of 18 items grouped into five factors that present adequate psychometric properties. Sex-specific differences in MPQ-SF40 were statistically significant for factor 1, cultural empathy, and for factor 5, flexibility; women showed greater values. When age was analyzed, significant low correlations were obtained. The students showed medium to high levels of multicultural personality. The highest levels correspond to the personality factors of cultural empathy and open-mindedness. The use of the Spanish version of the MPQ-SF40 seems justified to determine students’ multicultural personality traits, developing intervention programs to improve social support and the interpersonal relations between students.