Scribd Logo
Upload

Welcome to Scribd!

  • 84 views

    Cultural Diversity - Why We Should Respect Other Cultures

    Uploaded by

    Andrea Elizabeth Flores Ortiz
    The document discusses the importance of cultural diversity and respecting other cultures. It notes that with over 190 countries and 7 billion people, there is immense cultural diversity in the world. It argues that cultural diversity has become very important as people are more likely to interact with those from different backgrounds. Respecting and learning about other cultures can help improve communication and understanding between people. The document encourages becoming open-minded to other cultures by learning about their histories, religions and customs in order to appreciate diversity.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Cultural Diversity - Why We Should Respect Other Cultures

    Uploaded by

    Andrea Elizabeth Flores Ortiz
    84 views4 pages
    The document discusses the importance of cultural diversity and respecting other cultures. It notes that with over 190 countries and 7 billion people, there is immense cultural diversity in the world. It argues that cultural diversity has become very important as people are more likely to interact with those from different backgrounds. Respecting and learning about other cultures can help improve communication and understanding between people. The document encourages becoming open-minded to other cultures by learning about their histories, religions and customs in order to appreciate diversity.

    Original Title

    Cultural diversity- Why we should respect other cultures

    Copyright

    © © All Rights Reserved

    Available Formats

    PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd

    Did you find this document useful?

    Is this content inappropriate?

    The document discusses the importance of cultural diversity and respecting other cultures. It notes that with over 190 countries and 7 billion people, there is immense cultural diversity in the world. It argues that cultural diversity has become very important as people are more likely to interact with those from different backgrounds. Respecting and learning about other cultures can help improve communication and understanding between people. The document encourages becoming open-minded to other cultures by learning about their histories, religions and customs in order to appreciate diversity.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pdf or txt
    84 views4 pages

    Cultural Diversity - Why We Should Respect Other Cultures

    Uploaded by

    Andrea Elizabeth Flores Ortiz
    The document discusses the importance of cultural diversity and respecting other cultures. It notes that with over 190 countries and 7 billion people, there is immense cultural diversity in the world. It argues that cultural diversity has become very important as people are more likely to interact with those from different backgrounds. Respecting and learning about other cultures can help improve communication and understanding between people. The document encourages becoming open-minded to other cultures by learning about their histories, religions and customs in order to appreciate diversity.

    Copyright:

    © All Rights Reserved
    Download as PDF, TXT or read online from Scribd
    Download as pdf or txt
    of 4

    2.

    Negotiation in globalized environment

    NEGOCIACIÓN INTERCULTURAL
    Lic. Beatriz Díaz Reyna

    Cultural diversity: Why we should respect other cultures

    With approximately 190 countries and 7 billion people on earth, it is not hard to
    imagine that many diverse cultures exist.

    Students listen to talks from demonstrators during a "Rally for Diversity" on the campus of the University of
    Oklahoma in Norman, Okla., Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, in reaction to the president's executive order temporarily
    banning citizens from seven nations to enter the U.S. (Paul Hellstern/The Oklahoman) (AP)

    By Dr. Asim Shah|DMN Contributors Network


    9:57 AM on Feb 1, 2017

    With approximately 190 countries and 7 billion people on earth, it is not hard to
    imagine that many diverse cultures exist. Here in the U.S., our cultural landscape
    has been shaped by Native Americans and by African, Latin American, Polynesian,
    Asian and Middle Eastern countries. This is the reason that the term "melting pot"
    fits our country, as different cultures have contributed distinct flavors.

    Like many others, I came to this country when I was young, in my case in my 20s.
    While we adapted with most cultural norms here in the U.S., some of us have kept
    a few from our origin, and this has been the beauty of this country — it lets you

    CTE COORDINACIÓN DE TECNOLOGÍAS PARA LA EDUCACIÓN


    2. Negotiation in globalized environment

    assimilate easily in its culture, while keeping your distinct identity. To me, cultural
    diversity means merging different cultures; introducing good aspects of your
    culture to others, but also accepting the positives of a new culture.

    Culture shapes our identity and influences our behaviors, and cultural diversity
    makes us accept, and even to some extent, integrate and assimilate with other
    cultures. Cultural diversity has become very important in today's world. Whether we
    work or study or even stay at home, our chances of interacting with people from
    various races, ethnic groups and cultures is far greater now than it has been ever
    before.

    By learning about people of different cultural backgrounds, we can increase our


    horizons, have better interpersonal dialogue and communicate more on a personal
    level.
    If you put aside any prejudices or biases you might have and you are open to other
    people, it can help prepare you to listen, talk and learn about other people and their
    cultures.

    One of the most important first steps people can take to learn about other cultures
    is to simply accept that there are many different cultures other than their own. We
    need to start thinking about the positives of different cultures and how surrounding
    ourselves with diverse groups of people can enrich our life.Sometimes a person
    might not know very much about geography or history but by mingling and mixing
    with people from other cultures, they are given the opportunity to possibly learn
    about the geography, religion and customs of different countries. Being open to
    learning about different cultures also can encourage people to have diverse friend
    groups that include people of all different races, ethnicities, religions and sexual
    orientations.

    For those who want to learn about other cultures, but do not know where to start, a
    great place to start is picking up a book and reading about the cultures that interest
    them, or doing research online from reputable sites. The best way to learn, though,
    is through face-to-face interaction with a person of the culture you would like to
    learn more about. Most of us enjoy one aspect of cultural diversity, which is food
    from different cultures and regions, and this can also be a good way to start
    learning about new cultures.

    CTE COORDINACIÓN DE TECNOLOGÍAS PARA LA EDUCACIÓN


    2. Negotiation in globalized environment

    Indian student Gnana Subramaniam speaks to a crowd during a "Rally for Diversity" on the campus of the
    University of Oklahoma in Norman on Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, in reaction to the president's executive order
    temporarily blocking U.S. entry to citizens from seven nations. (Paul Hellstern,/The Oklahoman)

    Diversity is not only important for adults, but children should be learning about
    different cultures too, especially those who live in diverse cities such as Dallas,
    Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago or Miami. It is extremely important for
    adults to teach kids to be accepting of different cultures because if children are not
    taught, then they become more close-minded.

    This can lead to issues at school and even lead to bullying. Kids are still forming
    opinions, so it is essential that they are taught to be accepting while they are
    young. Parents or family members need to sit down and talk with children as well
    as present them with easy to understand data, and talk about the importance of
    cultural diversity. For example, if you live in Houston like I do, you can visit the
    website for the recently created Office of New Americans and find lots of facts
    about the diversity in Houston and present that to your child. If you are able to
    explain the importance of diversity to children and show them how diverse the
    world is, you can help them to be more open minded toward people of different
    cultural backgrounds.

    In today's world if we all are able to respect and know about other cultures, and
    respect their values and belief, life would be easier for most of us, and we can learn
    a lot of good things from each other. I know that I have learned a lot in this
    process, and I continue to learn each and every day.

    Dr. Asim Shah, is professor and vice chair for Community Psychiatry in the
    Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of
    Medicine.

    CTE COORDINACIÓN DE TECNOLOGÍAS PARA LA EDUCACIÓN


    2. Negotiation in globalized environment

    Bibliography
    The Dallas Morning News. Dr. Asim Shah|DMN Contributors Network “Cultural Diversity: Why we should
    respect other cultures. Consulted [May/26/2020]:
    https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/commentary/2017/02/01/cultural-diversity-why-we-should-respect-
    other-cultures/

    CTE COORDINACIÓN DE TECNOLOGÍAS PARA LA EDUCACIÓN

    You might also like