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Gender roles and their implications in intercultural communication process
This literature review, searches for better understanding the implications of gender roles differences when intercultural communication takes place in societies. This research suggests that the differences in male and female communication styles affect and have an influence when communicating with people from another cultures. The cultural barriers in societies are massive referring to differences and stereotypes are the main reason for this barriers to exist. This document seeks to define gender stereotypes and their impact in interculturality. In addition, this paper explains and makes a contrast in women and men communication in relation with human behavior. As main conclusion of this document it can be argued that gender roles and stereotypes affect intercultural communication processes and create a social impact that hinders the expression of ideas and thoughts between men and women.Introduction
Problem statement
Literature Review
Definition of gender roles and stereotypes
Definition of interculturality, and their implications in gender roles
Differences in men´s and women´s communication styles
Conclusions
ReferencesPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Assertive communication of foreign English speaking about the colombianism and popular idioms of Bogota.
Bogotá is known for being the most cosmopolitan capital, so that daily attracts a significant number of people not only in Latin America but in other countries, attracted by different reasons as its cultural and historical wealth, they come to city looking for new opportunities to work, study, fun and life
Also, considering the importance of English as a language to business and cultural exchanges, the foreign population comes to city using this language primarily, from the US, UK, Australia or other places where speak English as a second language in the case of Japan, China, Germany, etc.
Thus, the city has become a land of contrasts, among which are a large number of dialects, idioms and colloquialisms, like the product of a linguistic mix of different immigrant cultures in the country through the years.TITLE
DEFINITION OF THE PROBLEM
JUSTIFICATION
OBJECTIVES
General Objective
Specific Objectives
BACKGROUND
THEORICAL FRAMEWORK
METHODOLOGY
DATA ANALYSIS
Survey
Focus Group
Categories
CONCLUSIONS
BIBLIOGRAPHY
ANEXED 1
ANEXED 2PregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Communicative problems of modern languages students when translating
Translation is an activity that needs communication because it is a process that transmits a message to a person, so that it can be understood correctly in a target language. Communication is done through a medium in circumscribed situations in time and space. Each specific situation determines about what and how people communicate. Situations are not universal, but they are embedded in a cultural habitat, which in turn has an impact on them. Communication gets more complex when it comes to transmitting a message from one language to another.
For this reason, translated texts begin to present cohesion and coherence problems, and this was evidenced in the text translation class because the students of modern languages at ECCI University began to have difficulties at the moment of translating, because of that, the main purpose of the present thesis is to give a detailed description of the communicative problems students face, when they translate in the specific case from English into Spanish and vice versa.Acknowledgments
Dedication
Chapter I
Introduction
1 Statement of the Problem
1.1 Research Questions and Objectives
1.1.2 General Objective
1.1.3 Specific Objectives
1.2 Rationale
Chapter II
Theoretical Frame
2 State of art
Literature Review
2.1 The Newmark dual theory of semantic and communicative translation methods
2.2 Translation problems according to Christiane Nord
2.2.1 Problems of translation
2.3.2 Difficulties of translation according to Nord:
2.4 Translator's role as a cultural mediator according to Gabriela Palermo
2.5 Cultural intertextuality seen as the reason for semantic structural changing between the source text and the target text
Research Design
3.1 Type of Study
3.2 Data Collection Instruments and Procedures
3.3 Research Participants
Chapter IV
Data Analysis
4.1 Cultural problems
4.2 Language problems
4.3 Technical vocabulary problems
4.4 Contrasting Results
4.4.1Translation methods
4.4.2 Translation competences
4.4.3 Translating Protocol
4.4.4 Types of texts
Chapter IV
5 Conclusions
5.1 Main findings
5.2 Limitations
5.3 Further Research
ReferencesPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Design of a guide for english-speaking foreigners who visit Bogota
In Colombia, foreigners come to different places well known for its beauty, culture and the characteristic idiosyncrasy of local people. These destinations are presented in many world guides for tourist who visit Colombia and specifically Bogota, however it becomes tricky to find a place just for enjoying the night or meet people with similar likes after a visit to the city's iconic places. For those reasons it is necessary to locate diverse and sometimes hidden places to show variety to the visitors or even a totally new experience.
The goal is to identify those places and compile them in a guide for English speaking foreigners who visit Bogota, especially those who come for the first time.
In this research it is included information detailing the step by step of the process followed in the pursuit of this goal. The Statement of the Problem organizes the investigation idea and defines what to do, the Background to have a clearer picture on what is to be done and what to be achieve. The research is justified in its social relevance and it will show the usefulness of an alternative guide of Bogota for foreigners. The theoretical framework shows a retrospective on the concepts and theories that are relevant to the research to develop. The methodology exposes the target population, the sample, the technique and the instruments used. The general objective describes what the aim of this work is. The information of the research and the results can be found in the chapters Data Analysis and Conclusions, the scope that may have the guide and the goals to be achieved are exposed in the ProjectionsIntroduction
Statement of the Problem
Justification
Objectives
General Objective
Specific Objectives
Background
Theoretical Framework
Methodology
Type of Investigation
Research Method
Research Instruments
Population and sample
Data Analysis
Conclusions
Bibliography
AppendicesPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Business plan design for the creation of a language resource center at the ECCI university
This business plan wherein proposes the implementation of a Language Resource Center
(LRC) for the ECCI University. Through this language resource center, students’ continuing
need of language resources and technology to back those needs will be developed and contribute
to not only the Modern Language department, but also the school in its entirety. This paper
explains the design of the LRC and looks at data that was collected to improve the learning at the
center. By not only looking at the needs of the school, but also the needs of the students, this
proposal gives a detailed overview of how this kind of language resource could be implemented
effectively to better language instruction at the ECCI University.Abstract
Introduction
1. Methodology
1.1 Problem Statement
1.2 Objectives
1.2.1 General Objective
1.2.2 Specific Objectives
1.3 Methodological Framework
1.3.1 Type of Investigation - Market Research
1.3.2 Techniques for data collection
1.3.2.1 Questionnaire
1.3.2.2 In-Depth Interview
1.3.2.3 Survey
1.3.3 Population and sampling
1.3.3.1 Population
1.3.3.2 Sampling
1.3.4 Collection, classification, analysis and, interpretation of the data
1.3.4.1 Collection
1.3.4.1.1 Questionnaire
1.3.4.1.2 Survey
1.3.4.1.3 In-depth interview
1.3.4.2 Classification, analysis and, interpretation
1.3.4.2.1 Need
1.3.4.2.2 Characteristics of the service
1.3.4.2.3 Physical plant
1.3.4.2.4 Bibliographic and technological resources
1.3.4.2.4 Financing
1.3.5 Conclusion
1.4 State of Art
1.4.1 Foreign language learning
1.4.2 Autonomy in language learning
1.4.2.1 Interaction between learner and self-access environment
1.4.3 ICTs in the foreign language learning
2. Market Research Business Plan
2.1 Executive Summary
2.2 Market Research
2.2.1 Objectives
2.2.1.1 General objective
2.2.1.2 Specific objectives
2.2.2 Introduction and precedents
2.2.3 Sector analysis
2.2.4 Market analysis
2.2.4.1. Target market
2.2.4.2 Potential Market
2.2.4.3 Apparent Consumption
2.2.4.4 Customer Profile
2.2.4.4.1 Demographic profile
2.2.4.4.2 Psychographic profile
2.2.4.4.3 Conduct Profile
2.2.4.5 Substitute service
2.2.4.6 Supplementary service
2.2.5 Competence analysis
2.2.6 Market strategies
2.2.7 Sales projection
3. Operation
3.1 Data Sheet
3.2 State of Development
3.2.1 Increase of the initial investment
3.3 Process Description
3.3.1 Library
3.3.2 Computer Lab
3.3.3 Social Room
3.3.3.1 Characteristics of the LRC
3.4 Needs and Requirements
3.5 Production Plan
3.6 Purchase Plan
3.7 Costs of Production
3.8 Infrastructure
3.9 Special Parameters & Techniques
4. Organization
4.1 SWOT Analysis
4.2 Support Agencies
4.3 Organizational Structure
4.3.1 Administrator
4.3.2 Administrative assistant
4.3.3 Librarian
4.3.4 Library assistant
4.3.5 The computer lab director
4.3.6 Computer lab assistant
4.3.7 Social director
4.4 Legal Aspects
4.5 Management Cost
5. Financial Analysis
5.1 Income
5.2 Expense
5.3 Labor Capital
5.4 Operational Plan
5.5 Environmental, Economic, Social and, Regional Impact
5.5.1 Environmental impact
5.5.2 Economic impact
5.5.3 Social impact
6. Conclusion
ReferencesPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Advantages and disadvantages of (not) mastering the English language culture in iconshock business
This research describes the disadvantages that represent not having a good
command and the advantages of having a good command of English language in a
graphic design company. We could identify language skills, communication tools and
the most relevant cultural aspects necessary while doing business abroad; such as
understanding changes of rules and standards use in other countries, the negotiation
barriers using a second language and the best ways of communication worldwide as Email
or video conferencing.Chapter 1
Introduction
Statement of the problem
Research Questions and Objectives
Rationale
Chapter 2
Literature review
Theoretical framework
Communication and the modern languages professional in Colombian enterprises
Background frame
Cultural influence for international business
Multilingual companies have a better performance
English in business world
Importance of learning a second language
Conceptual frame
Chapter 3
Research design
Type of study
Study field
Data collection instruments and procedures
SWOT Analysis
Data analysis method
Chapter 4
Data analysis
Advantages
Disadvantages
Communication tools
Chapter 5
Disadvantages of not mastering and advantages of mastering the English language as its
culture in business
Conclusions
Limitations and contributions for further research
References
Appendix
Append 1 Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Append 2 Company SWOT
Append 3 Survey form
Append 4 Interview form
Append 5: Business in Japan and China
Append 6: SurveysPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
A digital literary magazine to develop the critical thinking of students from modern languages program at universidad ECCI in a multilingual context
Within the arrival of the new worldwide context, literature has been one of the most useful tools in order to communicate with people. Also, to express the different ideals and thoughts of the different writers overseas. Most of them were writers in magazines and this one, being part of the human progress and being one of the first literary entertainments allowed the improvement of writing and reading. Along with the advancement of technology they permitted to the magazines being part of the digital world and being accessible to everyone. The purpose of this Digital Literary Magazine is to foster the features of critical thinking, reading and writing in the students and professors of Universidad ECCI and to show the different types of handwritten art and the skills that can being improved.Abstract
Resumen
List of tables
Introduction
Justification
Statement of the problem
Objectives
General Objective
Specifics Objectives
Background
Theoretical framework
Literary Magazine
Digital Magazine
Multilingual Context
Critical Thinking
Writing
Reading
Methodology
Approach
Method
Descriptive Research Type
Instrument
Population and Sample
Data analysis
Interview Analysis
Survey Analysis
Focus Group Analysis
Conclusions
Annexes
Survey
Focus Group
Interview
Bibliography
WebgraphyPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Research report analysis about "Cat park tycoon"
This research aimed to analyze the business simulators, this becomes the first contact
a person has with the business environment and decision making, it was focused on
management, economic and financial fields, which allowed the gamer to gain knowledge in a
company creation, also it developed and implemented management abilities and skills in
creating and selling products, resources and money management, market position and
teamwork; this to identify the four main management areas (Management, Financial, Human
Resources and Marketing). The study was made in a qualitative way, with an exploratory and
descriptive research, gathering information and experiences that gamers had using the tycoon,
obtaining information through the application and collection instruments analysis as coding
frames and surveys. Thus, this report supports the development of a macro project prepared
by the academic program of Modern Languages of the ECCI University in Bogotá, Colombia.INTRODUCTION
RESEARCH QUESTION
Objectives
General
Specifics
THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK
RESEARCH DESIGN
Population and sample selection
CODING FRAME ANALYSIS
Analysis of management area
Analysis of the human resources area
Analysis of marketing area
Analysis of financial area
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
REFERENCES
APPENDIX A A1 Analysis of management area about cat par tycoon
A2 Analysis of human resources area about cat par tycoon
A3 Analysis of financial area about cat par tycoon
A4 Analysis of marketing area about cat par tycoon
APPENDIX B
B1 Analysis of participants about cat par tycoon
B2 Analysis of participants about cat par tycoon
B3 Analysis of participants about cat par tycoon
B4 Analysis of participants about cat par tycoon 29PregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Native or non-native english teacher at ECCI University in the modern languages program
The purpose of this study is to find out the perceptions some of the students of 7th and 8th semester in the ML (Modern Languages) program at ECCI university have, which will be based on three main constructs such as student’s satisfaction degree regarding their English learning, student’s perception about their learning progress with NETs (Native English Teacher) or Non NETs (Non Native English Teachers) and student’s expectations when enrolling on the ML program.
In order to develop this study we will research information from different sources and authors, we will also apply different investigation tools like surveys and interviews. These tools will provide us with a clear idea of the students’ point of view about the topic previously mentioned.Abstract
1 Introduction
1.1 Problem statement proposal
2 Research problem
2.1 Problem formulation
3 Objectives
3.1 General
3.2 Specific
4 Justification
4.1 Delimitation
5 Background
5.1 Theoretical framework
5.1.1 Student satisfaction
5.1.2 Student satisfaction regarding nets or non-nets
5.1.3 Customer expectations
5.1.4 Customer expectations about learning English as a second language
5.2 Legal Framework
5.3 Conceptual framework
5.3.1 Customer satisfaction
5.3.2 Native English Teacher (NET)
5.3.3 Non Native English teacher (Non-NET)
5.3.4 Customer expectations
5.3.5 Foreign Language
5.3.6 Customer perceptions
6 Methodology
6.1 Type of research
6.2 Research Method
7 Instruments
7.1 Surveys
7.2 Interviews
7.3 Findings analysis
8 ConclusionsPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna
Proposal to design an idioms mobile application
Mastering another language represents for people the way to get all the knowledge they want, arousing thereby the interest in learning or getting the knowledge through a foreign language. The need of communication with English speakers. Nowadays, it is important to include English teaching in educational systems of the world. This fact makes English the universal language and here in our country one of the most important languages for business, economy and cultures context.CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
RATIONALE
GENERAL OBJECTIVE
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
CHAPTER 2
IDIOMS
Meaning and definition
Origin:
CHARACTERISTICS AND CLASSIFICATION OF IDIOMS
Characteristics of Idioms
Categories of Idioms
Classification of idioms
HISTORY OF MOBILE APPLICATIONS
Developer environment today
CHAPTER 3
RESEARCH DESIGN
PARADIGM
TYPE
CONTEXT
THE PARTICIPANTS
INSTRUMENTS FOR DATA COLLECTION
CHAPTER 4
ANALYSIS OF THE INSTRUMENTS
CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSIONS
BIBLIOGRAPHY
ANNEXESPregradoProfesional en Lenguas ModernasLenguas Moderna