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People from different ethnic groups often have different ways of communicating. The authors explain in concise language how to recognize negative stereotypes and improve communication. Specifically, they discuss Athabascan characteristics that confuse English speakers and English characteristics
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that confuse Athabascans. The stereotypes that are the result of miscommunication can be overcome if we realize that communicative style is simply a part of a person’s cultural or ethnic upbringing. Selected Reading Questionnaire. Show Less
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Alaska Native Language Center (1980)