Monthly Archives: March 2012

Conflicting ethics across cultures

Posted on March 7, 2012 by admin

Differences in morals and ethics can lead to a great deal of cross cultural conflict.  How a culture applies morals and ethics can be described as either Universalist or Particularist. Particularist or Universalist? Latin, African, and Asian cultures are Particularist. … Continue reading →

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How to communicate when they don’t speak English

Posted on March 1, 2012 by admin

Many institutions, including health care, education, government and others, serve clients of limited English proficiency (LEP). With an LEP audience, English speakers can ensure effective  2-way communication by adjusting their communication style. Being patient, concise, and a good listener makes … Continue reading →

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