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Showing 1 to 20 of 21 for “"Cross-cultural training"”.
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An assessment of the cross-cultural training needs of Virginia counselors
This study assessed the cross-cultural training of secondary school counselors in Virginia. Additionally, this study assessed the need for training as identified by practicing secondary school counselors. A survey questionnaire was mailed to 300 randomly selected school counselors across the state. …
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The effects of cross-cultural training on the attributions and attitudes of preservice teachers
… culture code, it may well be that intercultural conflicts are the root of the problem. Ignorance of other cultures can produce misinterpretation of behavior and may lead to cultural conflict. Cross-cultural training may help teachers identify and define cultural patterns of Hispanic …
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The role of culture theory in cross-cultural training: A comparative evaluation of culture-specific, culture-general, and theory-based assimilators
To examine the role of culture theory in cross-cultural training, a culture theory-based assimilator using the theory of individualism and collectivism was developed and tested. Results show that the theory-based assimilator can be an effective cross-cultural training tool.
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Determinants of success in international assignments for Quebec expatriates and their spouses
Barriers across the world continue to dissolve. In a large context such as this one, firms must be able to compete internationally if they are to survive. Studies on factors that may influence the success of employees sent abroad are therefore of the utmost importance. Previous research indicates …
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Factors Affecting Cross-Cultural Adjustment Of Taiwanese Expatriates Assigned to Subsidiary Companies In Mainland China
… MNCs need to recognize the factors that affect cross-cultural adjustment. The main purpose of this study is to utilize Lee’s (2002) model to investigate the relationship among demographic factors, job satisfaction, family support, learning orientation, organization socialization as well as …
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Expatriate development workers: an evaluation of the process and outcome of sociocultural adjustment
… evaluating the process and outcome of sociocultural adjustment in individual development workers. Development workers are an important type of expatriate to study. Their ability to adjust effectively to host cultures is increasingly important as NGOs face growing competition for funds …
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EXAMINING THE CROSS-CULTURAL COMPETENCE OF UNITED STATES CHRISTIAN MISSIONARIES ENGAGED IN DEVELOPING INDIGENOUS LEADERS: A MIXED METHODS STUDY
<p>For the past two millennia, missionaries have crossed from one culture to another to bring the Christian message to all cultures of the world. Questions about the effectiveness of these mission efforts have been asked and researched by many; however, one key question remains unanswered: what …
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A Mixed Method Study Of A Former Special Operations Community: Identifying Factors That Effect Cross-Cultural Competency
… evident; however, over the next decade, multiple cross-cultural failures in operations ranging from Afghanistan to Iraq, would have an impact on the culture of each nation, with bilateral frustration at best and suffering and death at worst. More than 15 years after 9/11, the military continues to …
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A Gap Analysis of Nursing Systems and Practices in Malaysia: Culturally Appropriate Interventions to Advance Nursing
… nursing programs, and additionally, proposes culturally appropriate interventions for Malaysian nursing to adopt American nursing models. The gap analysis was conducted on nursing systems and practices in Malaysia undertaken to identify the differences between Malaysian and American nursing, …
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A Phenomenological Study of Cultural Transition and Adjustment of Asian Undergraduate International Students Using Different Cross-Cultural Treatments
… students in the U.S., experience more cross-cultural adaptation distress compared to other international student groups. The purpose of this study was to examine the pre-departure and post-arrival cultural knowledge, transition, and adjustment of Eastern Asian undergraduate …
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Extent of co-worker involvement with African-American supported employees
"Cultural differences may influence the employment status of African-American supported employees and contribute to their difficulties in obtaining and maintaining employment. The purpose of this study was to fill a void in the research literature on supported employment by comparing …
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Activity Theory as a lens for considering culture: A descriptive case study of a multinational company developing and supporting training around the world
… much promise for being able to shed light on cultural issues encountered by companies operating across national boundaries. This research presents a descriptive case study of a company using Activity Theory to shed light on the potential cultural conflicts the company faced as it designed and …
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Antecedents and consequences of expatriate satisfaction: an empirical investigation of hotel managers in Pacific Asian countries
… can be predicted by five factors; (1) cultural adjustment, (2) skill variety, (3) role clarity, ( 4) participation, and (5) cross-cultural training. In addition, the research indicates that both expatriate job and general satisfaction relate to turnovers, and job satisfaction has …
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Exploring knowledge of Canadian values and social axioms in international and landed immigrant students' adaptation to Canada
… exploration of the relationship between the host cultural knowledge of newcomers and their behavioural and psychological adaptation to the host culture. Utilizing a theoretical and applied approach to this research, 160 international and landed immigrant students at the University of Saskatchewan …
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Challenges for expatriate managers:an exploration of cross-cultural management, adjustment, and training issues faced by Anglo-American managers in Hong Kong
… management, in particular, the nature of cross-cultural management in Hong Kong involving Anglo-American expatriate and Chinese host national managers, the important features of adjustment for expatriates living and working there, and the type of training which will assist them to adjust …
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Assessing a successful global business culture: European expatriates in the U.S. and the impact of their cultural training for international organizations
… organizations have increasingly established training programs to assist expats' and their families' adjustment and integration in the host country. Are those programs really effective? What are the biggest challenges expats and their family encountered in the host country and how did they …
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Cultural Intelligence in Thailand: An Examination of its Antecedents and Consequence
Cultural intelligence (CQ) is one of the most successful development factors that can be employed for expatriate adjustment and performance in cross-cultural settings. Very little research has examined the association between different antecedents and intercultural outcomes through CQ from a …
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Narrative therapy in the South African context : a case study
… in the narrative approach, greatly facilitates cross-cultural exchange. This research illuminates the process and appropriateness of applying Narrative Therapy in order to facilitate the client's preferred, alternative story of her life and her relationships in a South African setting of racial, …
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'Existential migration': voluntary migrants' experiences of not being-at-home in the world
… phenomenological themes are clustered and "crossed" with existing concepts in various disciplines and in existential-phenomenological philosophy, in particular, specific aspects of the philosophy of Martin Heidegger. Laying this phenomenon over existing models and orientations is purposive …
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Speaking of culture : the tango of cultural sensitivity and language learning in a study abroad context
… means of providing students with important cross-cultural and linguistic skills. However, because of constraints on time and financial resources most students participate in short term programs lasting approximately two months. Additionally, research regarding students’ linguistic and …
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