language

SOF Experience with Linguists - Understanding and Navigating the Human Domain

dwmiv — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 18:52:19 +0000

SOF Experience with Linguists - Understanding and Navigating the Human Domain

Mike Kershner, Andrew Milburn, and Dave Maxwell held a discussion about language, culture, and Special Operations. "SOF Experience with Linguists - Understanding and Navigating the Human Domain" (it begins at about the 5:30 mark and is about 60 minutes in total).

dwmiv Wed, 06/17/2020 - 2:52pm

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Lost In Translation: How Language Affects Perception During Armed Conflict

SWJED — Tue, 07 May 2019 17:39:54 +0000

Lost In Translation: How Language Affects Perception During Armed Conflict SWJED Tue, 05/07/2019 - 1:39pm

Military professionals need to be cognizant of language on both a macro level (translation issues) and a micro level (within one’s native language) because it affects perception in international conflict.

Promoting Cross-Cultural Competence in Intelligence Professionals

Peter J. Munson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:30:00 +0000

Promoting Cross-Cultural Competence in Intelligence Professionals Peter J. Munson Thu, 04/25/2013 - 3:30am

A new perspective on alternative analysis and the intelligence process

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Leveraging Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions Theory to Improve the Quality of Information Operations

Peter J. Munson — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:25:00 +0000

Leveraging Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions Theory to Improve the Quality of Information Operations Peter J. Munson Wed, 03/13/2013 - 4:25am

Successful information operations (IO) often require effective inter-cultural communications in order to inform and influence foreign audiences.

The Pacific “Pivot”: What it Means for Language, Region, and Culture Education and Training

Peter J. Munson — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:30:00 +0000

The Pacific “Pivot”: What it Means for Language, Region, and Culture Education and Training Peter J. Munson Tue, 03/12/2013 - 4:30am

The realities of conflict in Iraq and Afghanistan necessitated “just-in-time” cultural training that focused heavily on the “do’s and don’ts.” A more deliberate approach is warranted in Asia.

Language and Culture in the Department of Defense: Synergizing Complementary Instruction and Building LREC Competency

Peter J. Munson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:30:00 +0000

Language and Culture in the Department of Defense: Synergizing Complementary Instruction and Building LREC Competency Peter J. Munson Fri, 03/08/2013 - 3:30am

A proof of concept for an integrated language and culture learning program.

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Cultural Awareness and Language Proficiency: Critical for Regionally Aligned Forces

Peter J. Munson — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 10:30:00 +0000

Cultural Awareness and Language Proficiency: Critical for Regionally Aligned Forces Peter J. Munson Fri, 11/16/2012 - 5:30am

Without dedicating proper resources to develop language and cultural skills, there is a risk of degradation in a critical capability delivered through regional alignment.

Language, Culture, and Army Culture: Failing Transformation

Peter J. Munson — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:26:25 +0000

Language, Culture, and Army Culture: Failing Transformation Peter J. Munson Tue, 03/20/2012 - 6:26am

COL Rich Outzen makes a plea for a transformational approach to promoting language skills in the force. Is it possible to turn the failure around?