Problem: Think of an intercultural incident you encountered and discuss it following the suggestions below.
Step 1: Define the key term to set the stage. What does intercultural mean?
Step 2: Describe and analyze factual information.
a. Briefly tell what happened with vivid details.
b. Explain what you think are the cultural differences that might lead to (or led to) misunderstandings, problems, or conflicts.
c. Draw a conclusion as to how to behave more appropriately and effectively in similar situations.
Step 3: Reflect and evaluate the experience and the analysis. How does the incident help to increase your awareness of your own idiosyncratic or culturally determined interpretations of others' behavior.