SSC263e Singapore Cross Cultural Intelligence at the Workplace Paper Saying that cultural objects have value is like saying that telephones have conversat
SSC263e Singapore Cross Cultural Intelligence at the Workplace Paper Saying that cultural objects have value is like saying that telephones have conversations
(Brian Eno, A Year With Swollen Appendices, 1996).
Discuss the extent you agree with the aforementioned quote by developing an argument on
how our worldviews and what we perceive as normative are influenced by both culture and
cultural differences. In your paper, select at least three relevant case studies or empirical
studies, identify and summarise their key ideas on cultural differences to support your
discussion.
The word limit is 1,400 words, excluding bibliography. Please remember to provide the word count, in-text citations as well as a list of references at the end of the essay. SSC263e
Cross-Cultural Intelligence at the
Workplace
Tutor-Marked Assignment 01
July 2019 Presentation
SSC263e Tutor-Marked Assignment 01
July 2019 Semester
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SSC263e Tutor-Marked Assignment 01
July 2019 Semester
Question (100 marks)
Saying that cultural objects have value is like saying that telephones have conversations
(Brian Eno, A Year With Swollen Appendices, 1996).
Discuss the extent you agree with the aforementioned quote by developing an argument on
how our worldviews and what we perceive as normative are influenced by both culture and
cultural differences. In your paper, select at least three relevant case studies or empirical
studies, identify and summarise their key ideas on cultural differences to support your
discussion.
Students Notes
? To address this question, begin with information from the course textbook on the
nature of culture, intercultural communication, as well as the fluidity and dynamism
of culture. Theoretical foundations relevant to this content shall be given a thorough
exploration; use your own words to explain the impact of our cultural values and
attitudes in relation to the quote above.
? Beyond this, reference to additional relevant credible examples (e.g., from news
sources) as well as research studies (from journal articles) is essential. Your course
materials are limited so you have to go beyond the e-textbook and iStudyGuide to
search for relevant content to gain a deeper understanding to build your argument.
The sample reading provided with this TMA paper is an example or suggestion, not a
compulsory reading for this assignment.
? You will need to do extensive research to firm up your conceptual understanding of
the relevant points to address this inquiry. Apart from doing this research, remember
to use your own words in your essay to demonstrate a strong understanding of the
subject matter and to avoid plagiarism.
? Cite at least three publications, that is, published books or journal articles, in your
response. There is an abundance of sources that you can access from the SUSS
Library. Dubious online citations (the likes of Wikipedia and blog information) are
not acceptable and reliance on such sources of information will be penalised with
marks deduction.
Sample Reading
? Hong, Y., & Cheon, B. K. (2017). How does culture matter in the face of
globalization? Perspectives on Psychological Science, 12, 810-823.
Grading Penalties
? Up to 5 marks shall be deducted for incorrect and/or inadequate citations and
references. Citations and a reference section in APA format are expected.
? Up to 5 marks shall be deducted for poor English grammar, punctuation, spelling, and
lack of adherence to the stipulated word limit as succinct English expression is a
hallmark of good writing.
Resources for Writing
? Purdue Online Writing Lab (Purdue OWL): https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/purdue_
owl.html
? APA
guide:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_
style_introduction.html
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SSC263e Tutor-Marked Assignment 01
July 2019 Semester
This TMA comprises 25% of the final mark for SSC263e Cross-Cultural Intelligence at the
Workplace. Your submissions will be marked holistically. The marks allocated for each part
of the question are a general guide to the relative importance of each part. The word limit for
this TMA is 1,400 words, excluding bibliography. Please remember to provide the word
count, in-text citations as well as a list of references at the end of the essay.
Please upload this assignment to Turnitin by Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 11.55pm.
Resubmissions are allowed before this cut-off time.
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