Table 3 Correlation analysis between open-mindedness and specific intercultural communication skills
Item | Changed score (M ± SD) | r | p |
|---|---|---|---|
1. I change my verbal behaviour (e.g., accent, tone) when a cross-cultural interaction requires it | 0.38 ± 1.48 | 0.49** | 0.005 |
2. I alter my facial expressions when a cross-cultural interaction requires it | 0.19 ± 1.60 | 0.40* | 0.025 |
3. I vary the rate of my speaking when a cross-cultural situation requires it | 0.00 ± 1.44 | 0.31 | 0.081 |
4. I use pause and silence differently to suit different cross-cultural situations | 0.63 ± 1.46 | 0.21 | 0.240 |
5. I change my non-verbal behaviour when a cross-cultural situation requires it | 0.22 ± 1.41 | 0.14 | 0.445 |