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Cross-cultural insights in a US-Indonesia context

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Cross-cultural insights in a US-Indonesia context

by Ainajma Indah Riyani
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Chapter III Cultural Practice (US vs Indonesia CP)

Subject: Cross Culture

Understanding

Writers:

  • Ainajma Indah Riyani (24340009)
  • Lia Rahmadani (24340003)
  • Pasha Cipta Ningrum (24340024)

Universitas Muhammadiyah Metro

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Cultural Foundations - Individualism vs. Collectiv

  • American culture focuses on individualism, which means it values personal freedom, independence, and self-reliance.
  • Indonesian culture is more collectivist, meaning it emphasizes community, family relationships, and social harmony.
  • These cultural values shape how people behave, make decisions, and communicate with each other.
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Education Systems

  • The US education system is decentralized, allowing students more freedom to choose their subjects.
  • The Indonesian system is more centralized with a standard national curriculum that limits subject choices.
  • In the US, learning is more practical and diverse, while in Indonesia, the focus is on theoretical knowledge and more rigid structures.
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Work Culture

  • In the US, being on time, communicating directly, and achieving personal success are highly valued.
  • In Indonesia, building relationships, showing respect for hierarchy, and reaching group agreement are more important.
  • These differences influence how leadership is managed and how people interact at work.
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Social Interactions and Freedom of Expression

  • In the US, people are encouraged to speak openly and be assertive in social situations.
  • In Indonesia, indirect communication is often preferred to keep things peaceful and avoid conflict.
  • Ideas like 'saving face' and showing respect play a big role in how Indonesians act and speak.
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Romantic Relationships and Marriage Norms

  • In the US, people have more freedom to date and choose their own partners, and often marry later in life.
  • In Indonesia, arranged marriages are more common, and family plays a big role in marriage decisions. People often marry at a younger age.
  • Religious and cultural beliefs strongly influence these practices in Indonesia.
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Communication Styles and Etiquette

  • In the US, communication is low-context, meaning it is direct and relies on clear spoken words.
  • In Indonesia, communication is high-context, relying more on non-verbal cues, tone, and the surrounding situation.
  • Being polite and using indirect language is very important in Indonesia.
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Challenges in Cross-Cultural Communication

  • Confusions can happen because of differences in how people show respect, handle time, and view hierarchy.
  • Understanding these cultural differences is key to improving communication between people from different backgrounds.
  • Both cultures can benefit from showing respect and being willing to adapt.
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Summary

In general, American culture focuses on personal independence, allows people to interact in their own ways, and places a lot of importance on keeping to time. Meanwhile, Indonesian culture places a strong emphasis on family, honoring traditions, and working together in both professional and social settings.

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References

[1] (https://ejournal.aripafi.or.id/index.php/Reflection/article/download/423/467/2223)

[2] (https://ican-education.com/blog/mengenal-sistem-pendidikan-sma-di-amerika/)

[3] (https://www.indonesiana.id/read/146881/perbedaan-sistem-pendidikan-indonesia-dan-amerika)

[4] (https://edukasi.okezone.com/read/2023/07/24/624/2851233/apa-perbedaan-pendidikan-indonesia-dengan-amerika)

[5] (https://www.kompasiana.com/maharaniandini3020/637cd8f99566067a8b074cc2/perbandingan-sistem-pendidikan-negara-indonesia-dengan-negara-amerika-serikat)

[6] (https://jurnal.alimspublishing.co.id/index.php/simpati/article/download/521/411/1569)

[7] (https://www.sampoernauniversity.ac.id/id/news/perbedaan-sistem-pendidikan-indonesia-dan-sistem-pendidikan-di-luar-negeri)

[8] (https://www.ultimateducation.co.id/perbedaan-sistem-pendidikan-di-as-dan-asia/)

[9] (https://www.vistaeducation.com/article/pelajari-sistem-kuliah-di-amerika-perbedaan-kelebihan-dan-kekurangan)

[10] (https://edukatif.org/edukatif/article/view/2799)

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