Assignment task: Find an article or news clipping online or from a newspaper which illustrates at least 3 primary concepts reviewed in readings. The clipping should provide an opportunity to analyze the situations described in terms of course concepts such as:
- cultural value differences
- misunderstandings which have occurred as a result of different world views
- stereotypes which have caused serious consequences
- conflicts which could be resolved through intercultural skills
- creative uses of cultural differences to enhance a particular context or situation
- communication style differences that have affected a situation
- ethnic identity development and cultural marginality
- patterns of acculturation, or culture shock
- developmental stages of intercultural sensitivity