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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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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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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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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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