Blog Exercise #7 – Due 1 May 2014

Blog Exercise #7 – Due 1 May 2014 

Gentlemen:

 Write up what you presented today about Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions (just your part or more if you wish). 

And add a photo or PPoint slide from your presentation. This is due 1 May ONLY – late submissions will receive 0 marks..   

Week #8 - Why is culture like an iceberg?

The Cultural Iceberg - Extra Post #6

Why is culture like an iceberg?

Fill in the the details about the cultural Iceberg on your blog #8 for extra credit AND bring the extra sheet to me to check..

  

When we see an iceberg, the portion which is visible above water is, in reality, only a small piece of a much larger whole. Similarly, people often think of culture as the numerous observable characteristics of a group that we can *see* with our eyes, be it their food, dances, music, arts, or greeting rituals. The reality, however, is that these are merely an external manifestation of the deeper and broader components of culture -- the complex ideas and deeply-held preferences and priorities known as attitudes and values.

Deep below the "water line" are a culture's core values. These are primarily learned ideas of what is good, right, desirable, and acceptable, as well as what is bad, wrong, undesirable, and unacceptable. In many cases, different cultural groups share the similar core values (such as "honesty", or "respect", or "family"), but these are often interpreted differently in different situations and incorporated in unique ways into specific attitudes we apply in daily situations. Ultimately, these internal forces become visible to the casual observer in the form of observable behaviors, such as the words we use, the way we act, the laws we enact, and the ways we communicate with each other.

It is also important to note that the core values of a culture do not change quickly or easily. They are passed on from generation to generation by numerous institutions which surround us. These institutions of influence are powerful forces which guide us and teach us. Although an economic system may change, or a new methodology in school may be adopted, or new definitions of "common and normal" may be perceived on the television, there are innumerable forces that continue to mold a culture as they have in the past.

So, like an iceberg, there are things that we can see and describe easily... but there are also many deeply rooted ideas that we can only understand by analyzing values, studying institutions, and in many cases, reflecting on our own core values.

LSS 2053 Cultural Diversity Mid-term Exam next week

LSS 2053 Cultural Diversity Mid-term Exam

Your Cultural Diversity Exam is in two weeks.

Rooms: TBA (If you are a big section you will be moved to a bigger room)

There are several versions of the exam and the date for your section is:

·         CEB:  24 April Thursday – 8.30am.   in T005 (switch rooms!!)

·         CGE:  24 April Thursday – 10.30am. in J34 like always!

There will be no resits unless you have a medical certificate confirmed by your supervisor.

All students including late entry students must take the exam on this day!

 Please make sure that you know all the vocabulary

 http://quizlet.com/20318177/lsss-2053-cultural-diversity-flash-cards/

The Exam Format

A. Definition Matching: Match a word on the left with its definition on the right.

    Write the appropriate letter in the shaded boxes on the left. (30 points)

B. Sentence Completion: Choose the appropriate word from the box below to complete       the sentences. (15 points) 

C. Short Essays: Choose two (2) from the three topics to answer in 3-5 sentences.           Use       the extra sheet of paper if necessary. (30 points) 

D: Longer Essay: Write 200+ words. (25 points)

Marking Rubric for Reflection #2 / 10%

We'll discuss your presentations on Tuesday during the first half of your first class back..

Marking Rubric for Reflection #2

LSSS-2053 Presentation and Reflection

Evaluation Form       Section ______

Names: ____________________________________________________________________                 

Scale:

E=Excellent work

G=Good work

P=Pass

N I =Needs improvement

VW=Very weak

Appearance of slides	VW	N I	P	G	E
Cover Slide – includes all necessary information (name, student number, section, course code, teacher’s name, project title)	1	2	3	4	5
Organization
Contents Slide – Contents listed in logical order. Closing Slide – Has appropriate content to finish the presentation	1	2	3	4	5
Timeliness – Work completed promptly and presented on time, before the deadline.	1	2	3	4	5
Language and Speech
Contributions – Worked hard in class to prepare the slides. Tried hard to deliver the presentation in English to the best of his ability. Supported and assisted his team members.	1	2	3	4	5
Content of Presentation
Material – the student should have: i. Shown a good understanding of the “isms” ii. Given relevant examples from his own experience iii. Explored various ways in which the “isms” can be avoided	20	25	30	40	45
Thought and care – Attention to detail clear. Thought and care reflected in material content and delivery.	15	20	25	30	35

Comments : _________________________________________________________

Total: ___________