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understanding culture

Understanding Culture [MS]

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 and exploring 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 participants, but they are now embedded throughout many national curriculum frameworks. Through this course participants learn what makes the fabric of culture, providing the foundation for participants 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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Lesson 1 – Understanding Culture  1hr 5 Activities
This lesson will allow the participants to begin to understand what culture is and how it can shape us individually and collectively.
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Activity 1.1 – What is Culture?  10mins
In this activity participants brainstorm what aspects of culture are familiar to participants.
Activity 1.2 – Iceberg Model of Culture  10mins
This activity focuses on the iceberg model of understanding culture developed by the anthropologist Edward Hall.
Activity 1.3 – Your Own Culture  20mins
In this activity participants reflect on their own culture and identify how their own values link to their observable behaviours.
Activity 1.4 – Senses  30mins
In this activity, participants will dig deeper into the unseen parts of culture by using the four senses for cultural observation
Activity 1.5 – Sense and Observe  30mins
An external activity for the participants to experience a cross-cultural Christian community in their own time.
Lesson 2 – Tips for Learning More About Culture  45mins 3 Activities
In this lesson participants explore some ways to observe culture and then participants will practice observing culture around them.
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Activity 2.1 – Reflection  30mins
Ask participants to record their experience and then their reflections on the discussion afterwards on Understanding Culture Worksheet 3
Activity 2.2 – Iceberg Revision  15mins
Reflecting on the ‘Your Own Culture’ activity from Lesson 1, participants will revisit the icebergs they drew and add any new insights.
Activity 2.3 Seek the Flourishing of a Culture  20mins
This bible study examines how God called Israel to engage and live within Babylonian culture.
Lesson 3 – Jesus’ Approach to Culture  1hr 2 Activities
This lesson will look at the context of Jewish culture which was central to Jesus’ time on earth and how did he engage with it. Then, reflect on the course’s experiences and consider what it means to live out our faith in the context of culture.
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Activity 3.1 – Jesus’ Approach to Culture  25mins
The context of Jewish culture was central to Jesus’ time on earth, but how did he engage and respond to it?
Activity 3.2 – Our Contribution Towards Flourishing  15mins
Lesson 4 – Cambodian Culture is …  30mins 1 Activity
In this lesson participants learn about some of the unique dimensions of Cambodian culture in preparation for their trip.
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Activity 4.1 – Group Discussion  25mins
In this activity, participants are learning to use the 4 senses to obverse the culture.
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