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Creating synergy between collectivism and individualism in cyberspace: A comparison of online communication patterns between Hong Kong and U.S. students

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Title:
Creating synergy between collectivism and individualism in cyberspace: A comparison of online communication patterns between Hong Kong and U.S. students
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Source:
Journal of Intercultural Communication, (18), 2008
Publisher:
Journal of Interdisciplinary Music Studies
Year Published:
2008
Education Categories:
Keywords:
Intercultural Communication Communication Culture Conflict Cross-Cultural Differences Collectivism Individualism Students -- Research Online Discussion
Region:
- Hong Kong
Period:
- 1997.7 onwards
Level:
- Post-Secondary Education
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Abstract:
In recent years, studies have proposed the use of intercultural communication to promote understanding among students across geographic distances and foster students' global awareness and international experience. This study compared Hong Kong students' WebCT discussion postings with those of U.S. students to investigate differences in their online communication patterns. Results showed that while Asian students were more interactive by inviting other students' opinions, American students were less responsive and more interested in stating their own views. In addition, American students tended to be direct and straightforward in expressing their positions whereas Asian participants used ambiguous language and conveyed their thoughts implicitly.
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Language:
- English
Document Type:
Journal Articles
ISSN:
- 14041634
Permalink:
https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/bibs/2940fb28
Entry Date:
2010-11-24