The concept of 'cultural intelligence' (CQ) has gained prominence in organizational psychology as a measure of an individual's ability to function effectively across diverse cultural contexts. Unlike emotional intelligence, which focuses on intrapersonal and interpersonal skills within a familiar cultural setting, CQ comprises four distinct dimensions: metacognitive, cognitive, motivational, and behavioral. Metacognitive CQ refers to the conscious awareness of cultural assumptions during interactions, while cognitive CQ involves knowledge of norms, practices, and conventions in different cultures. Motivational CQ reflects the drive to adapt and persist in cross-cultural situations, and behavioral CQ entails the capacity to exhibit appropriate verbal and non-verbal actions. Research indicates that high CQ correlates with better job performance in multinational teams, but scholars caution that CQ is not static; it can be developed through targeted training and immersive experiences, although the rate of development varies significantly among individuals.
❓ 文章によると、文化的知性と感情的知性の違いを最もよく表しているのは次のうちどれか。
A. 文化的知性は馴染みのある文化的環境内でのスキルに焦点を当て、一方、感情的知性は異文化適応に焦点を当てています。
B. 感情的知性は文化的規範に関する知識により重点を置いており、一方、文化的知性は言語的コミュニケーションに限定されている。
C. 文化的知性は多様な文化を横断する効果性に対処する一方、感情的知性は馴染みのある文化的文脈内でのスキルに対処する。
D. 感情的知性は四つの次元を含む一方、文化的知性は動機付けと行動の側面のみに関わる。
✅ 正确答案
Cultural intelligence addresses effectiveness across diverse cultures, whereas emotional intelligence addresses skills within a familiar cultural context.
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