1. The Nature of Culture and Culture Learning
Something made by humans rather than something that occurs in nature
The most critical dimension concerns itself with people’s assumptions about life that are often unspoken or hidden from consciousness
It is a collective creation
There are childhood experiences that help to develop particular values and practices

2. Aspects that guide one’s behavior are often not spoken about
Differences become most evident in well meaning clashes
Culture allows people to fill in the blanks
Values tend to remain in place
People experience strong emotional reactions when values are violated
Values can be accepted and rejected at certain times
When changes are contemplated expect resistance
Expected behaviors across cultures often reveal clear contrasts