High and Low Context

Subgroup Size

Small Group

Duration

1 hour and 30 minutes

External Cost

No

Source

Lambert, J., Myers, S. & Simons, S. (Eds.). (2000). Global competence: 50 training activities for succeeding in international business (pp. 60-65). HRD Press.

 

This activity uses Edward Hall's High- and Low- Context framework. 

Tags:

  1. Bennett recommended

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Explain high- and low-cultural context and behaviors. 2. Identify and report on high- and low-context behaviors. 3. Contrast these behaviors with their everyday behaviors. 4. Describe and assess previous group interactions. 5. Analyze how cultural differences can impact group/team relationships and interactions. 6. Reflect on how they can reduce barriers in these interactions.