PINKU'S PERCEPTION
Survey Reflection
Here you will find my results of the first global survey taken on September 28th.
My knowledge
Cultural Knowledge
It is the knowledge of the norms and values, customs and rules in different cultures you deal with.
Reflection:
According to the chart, my cultural knowledge is below average. Personally, I agree with this result because, despite the fact that I live in a multicultural country, I just have learned the important aspects of my own culture while ignoring others. Now, I consider it necessary to learn more about other cultures.
Cultural self-Knowledge
People with low scores are less aware of their assumptions in their cross-cultural encounters and less able to think outside their cultural boxes.
Reflection:
I find my result disappointing. Throughout my life, I have been exposed to different cultures from different parts of Ecuador, so I think I have learned how to show respect towards people from different cultures and learn from them. However, there must be things to improve in my intercultural encounters. I will try to find out what should I build on.
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Language skills
Speaking different languages provides you with insight into a culture and enhances your worldview.
Reflection:
I also consider learning languages essential because it works as a tool to connect with other people and learn from their perspectives. After analyzing my results, I realized I need to work more on my Chinese and Japanese studies since they are not as good as my English.
Positive sustainability thoughts
It shows to what extent you believe that little things in our daily lives can have a big influence on the planet.
Reflection:
As the graphic shows, I do believe that small actions can make a difference for the planet. Nonetheless, after taking this survey, I think that I can contribute more to the planet's wellness.
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Negative sustainability thoughts
It shows to what extent you believe that little things in our daily lives can have a big influence on the planet.
Reflection:
On the other hand, I do not have negative sustainability thoughts as shown in the diagram.
My drive
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Cultural motivation
It expresses your interest and confidence to connect with people from different cultural backgrounds.
Reflection:
I agree with this result. The graph outlines my willingness to connect with different cultures and I consider it can also be reflected in my decision to study abroad.
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Willingness to cross borders
This category expresses the extent to which you are willing to live or work in another country in the future.
Reflection:
Personally, I consider that meeting with people from different cultures and backgrounds is one of the most enriching ways to learn about life, and that is the main reason why I want to live in as many countries as possible.
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Positive sustainability feelings
Do you feel concerned about the future of the planet, and proud of the things you do to make the world a better place?
Reflection:
I think the percentage of this answer is too high and might not be real. I do love taking care of the planet; however, I could do more to help. This part of the survey has helped me to be more conscious about what else I can do to help the environment.
Negative sustainability feelings
Reflection:
For me, nature is my home so I do not have negative sustainability feelings.
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My person
Cultural empathy
Can you empathize with the thoughts, feelings, and behavior of people with different cultural identities?
Reflection:
I agree with the results illustrated in the graph. I consider that being surrounded by different cultures in my own family has taught me to be respectful and empathic with people. Nevertheless, there must be things I can improve to boost my intercultural communication skills.
Open-mindedness
How biased is your reaction to other norms and values and how open do you approach people outside your own cultural group?
Reflection:
I can see in the results that I am an open-minded person. Indeed, I am interested in meeting people from different cultures. Nonetheless, I think I still have to eliminate some stereotypes that I have learned during my childhood.
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Social Initiative
Those with a high score on social initiative actively take the lead in social situations to build relationships based on trust.
Reflection:
I agree with the result of this topic as I consider myself as a social and friendly person.
Emotional stability
When working in a multicultural environment, it is important to be able to deal with both your own emotions and those of others.
Reflection:
Based on the results I can notice that my emotional intelligence is one of my weaknesses. As it is mentioned, being able to control our emotions is important when interacting with other people. Now, I find it more important to improve my emotional stability.
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Flexibility
People with a high score on flexibility are well able to adapt to the conditions that are necessary for living in another culture.
Reflection:
Apparently, the graph shows that I have a high level of flexibility. Personally, I believe that I have to work more on my flexibility while practicing my own culture.
Ethnocentrism
People who score high on ethnocentrism tend to judge others based on the values and norms of their own culture.
Reflection:
I have never considered my culture as superior or inferior. Although I feel proud of being Ecuadorian, I am certain that each culture has its own enriching components.
My actions
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Cultural Behavior
To what extent are you able to demonstrate appropriate and effective verbal and nonverbal behavior when interacting with people from different cultural backgrounds?
Reflection:
Personally, I thought the results would be higher. However, I acknowkedge that my nonverbal skills, while talking with people from different cultures, need to be improved.
International Experience
Your scores in this category reflect your international experience.
Reflection:
Certainly, I haven't gone abroad before.
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Internationalization activities
The scores on this scale show which internationalization activities you participated in during your studies.
Reflection:
Unfortunately, I haven't attended courses to prepare for a mobility before.
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Sustainability actions
The scores on this scale express to what extent you actively engage in pro-sustainability behaviors.
Reflection:
I am pleased with this result, since nature has always been a vital part of my identity.
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