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understanding culture

Understanding Culture [ES]

When we think of culture, most of us think of the behaviours in culture which we witness. We think of things like food, dress and dance – and they are definitely an important part of culture, but anthropologists (people who study culture) and sociologists (people who study societies) have different ways of understanding culture. We want to spend some time with you today, giving you some tools for understanding Cambodia and for exploring the culture in a deeper way. 

When we learn from others in a different culture, not only do we gain knowledge but we also gain a particular skill which is called intercultural intelligence, or CQ.  Research over the last 30 years in this area has concluded that CQ is important to foster positive relationships between people. Also called intercultural capabilities or competencies, CQ has been recognised globally as a 21st century competency for students, but they are now embedded throughout many national curriculum frameworks. Through this course students learn what makes the fabric of culture, providing the foundation for students to develop intercultural capabilities through reflective practices while in Cambodia. 

Learning Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Curriculum Connections
Learning Objectives
  • Students will understand Edward Hall’s iceberg model of culture.
  • Students will understand that simplistic definitions of culture leads to stereotyping and generalisations.
  • Students will learn about Cambodian cultural norms.
Learning Outcomes
  • Students will be able to articulate a deeper understanding of their own culture using anthropology models
  • Students will use observation skills to develop questions to ask about culture
  • Students will be able to avoid common cross-cultural communication mistakes in Cambodia 
Curriculum Connections

Australian National Curriculum

Level 6 General Capabilities

  • Personal and Social Capabilities
    • Recognise emotions
    • Express emotions appropriately
    • Appreciate diverse perspectives
  • Ethical Understanding
    • Explore ethical concepts in context
    • Consider consequences
  • Creative and Critical Thinking
    • Reflect on processes
    • Consider alternatives

Course Content

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Understanding Culture – Lesson 1 – Understanding Culture  45 mins 3 Activities
Understanding what culture is, the iceberg culture model, and your own culture.
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Activity 1.1 – What is Culture?  10 min
In this activity students brainstorm what aspects of culture are familiar to students.
Activity 1.2 – Iceberg Model of Culture  10 mins
This activity focuses on the iceberg model of understanding culture developed by the anthropologist Edward Hall.
Activity 1.3 – Your Own Culture  10 mins
Ask the students to individually draw the cultural iceberg of their national culture
Understanding Culture – Lesson 2 – Tips for Learning More About a Culture  45 min
In this activity students explore some ways to observe culture and then students will practice observing culture around them.
Understanding Culture – Lesson 3 – Cambodian Culture is …  30 mins 4 Activities
In this activity students learn about some of the unique dimensions of Cambodian culture in preparation for their trip
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Activity 3.1 – Cambodia is a Respectful Culture  10 min
Cambodia culture is a respectful culture.
Activity 3.2 – Cambodia is a Modest Culture  10
Cambodian culture is a modest culture
Activity 3.3 – Cambodia is a Face-Saving Culture  10 min
Cambodian culture is a face-saving culture.
Activity 3.4 – Cambodia is a Changing Culture
Cambodian culture is a changing culture
Understanding Culture – Further Resources & Worksheets
Further resources that can be used for helping understanding culture. In addition, all worksheets for this course.
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