1. Do Now:
On page 5, answer Question 1

2. Chalk Talk
Give some examples of Culture by writing a related word/phrase on the whiteboard.
Copy your favorites into Q. 3 on pg. 5
Culture

3. Did you get any new ideas?
Q. 2 on page 5

4. Associations Q. 4, Page 6 Object/Image My First Ideas My Peers’ Ideas
American Flag
Pledge of Allegiance

9. Why did some people share your associations, and others differ?
Object
What do the objects reveal about you and your culture?
Apple
I am a teacher who spends a lot of time preparing and working for my students, and the apple represents knowledge and teaching.
Hot Sauce
I am of Hispanic heritage, and I love spicy food (on just about anything).
Your Homework---Bring in a printed picture of your object

10. Effective Communication between Cultures—Table Groups
What is effective communication?
What obstacles stand in the way of good communication?
Be prepared to share for your group
Q. 7-8, p. 7

12. What is Cultural Identity?
Before Reading---Preview the Text
What will this article be about?
During Reading---Mark the text
Highlight or underline information that helps you define “cultural identity”
During Reading---Chunk the text
Summarize each section before
moving on
PP 8-10

13. Exit Slip Reflect on invisible aspects of your culture.
What differences exist between you and your culture?
Q. 6, pg 10