From the category archives:

Reflections

Are Types of Rewards & Recognition Influenced By Culture? (Yes.)

A while ago Cate and I came across a very interesting discussion thread on one of the on-line groups we belong to. We are grateful to Martina Rehm for allowing us to post her comments below…

“Lost” Education Question

by Cate

Even people who are obsessed with the TV show Lost want to know more about education across cultures: I found this educational comment and question on a Lost message board where people where discussing last week’s episode (in which parallel world off-island Alex needed a recommendation from someone who went to Yale University in order [...]

Ask 3 Questions to Improve Your Cross-cultural Skills

by Cate

When I was learning how to do ethnographic research I had to develop keen observational skills…

Who’s Flying The Plane?

by Anamaria

Although this is not a cross-cultural communication book, many of the things Vedantam addresses in the book could explain why cross-cultural interactions are so tricky. And incredibly challenging. And exhausting. Let me explain.

@CateBrubaker’s Twitter Interview with @CindyKing

by Cate

My interview with Cindy King is today! The interview is conducted in two parts…

We’re Not Fighting, We’re Just Being Romanian

by Anamaria

I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting lately, especially during the winter break. Some of you may already know that my house was full of family for Christmas: the Romanian side of the family. My side of the family…

Cultural Differences Related to Appointments & Deadlines

by Cate

One of the cross-cultural blogs I read is Cindy King’s. Cindy is originally from the Bahamas and has lived and worked in several European countries, including France, where she currently lives. Even though her focus is business, Cindy’s insights into issues of culture are very relevant to educators….

Why I Don’t Have a Favorite Teacher

by Anamaria

A few weeks ago a colleague asked if she could interview me for a grad school project. There was only one interview question: Who was your favorite teacher and why? At first, the question did not seem to be very difficult…

How an International Teacher Changed My Life

by Anamaria

When I was in 9th grade in Romania, an international teacher from the U.S. walked into my classroom and changed my life. His name was John, and my classmates and I absolutely loved him.