My name is Barbara Wood Roberts, and I am an intercultural competence scholar specializing in assessment. My research seeks to quantify intercultural competence, building upon the theoretical foundations of Deardorff (2006; 2011) and the structural framework of Griffith, Wolfeld, Armon, Rios, and Liu (2016). Through structural equation modeling, our findings have demonstrated a strong goodness of fit for this measurement model.
As a cultural psychologist, my broader focus is on promoting awareness of the origins and necessity of culture, while fostering openness and understanding among culturally diverse individuals and groups. Recognizing that culture is pervasive and influences nearly every aspect of life, my work addresses a wide array of topics, including:
- Intercultural Competence
- Intercultural Competence Assessment
- Intentional Cultural Change
- Bahá’í Consultation
- Cultural Psychology Perspectives
- Other Culture-Related Topics
Currently, my research has expanded to include the exploration of tikanga Māori (Māori customs and protocols) and hui (Māori gatherings). This endeavor aims to deepen our understanding of indigenous consultation practices and their applications in promoting cultural humility and perspective-taking.
Note: “Tikanga Māori” refers to Māori customs and traditional values, while “hui” denotes Māori gatherings or meetings.
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