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Indirect-Direct Communication Styles

by Anamaria
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We recently talked about communication styles. The theory on cross-cultural communication styles is extensive, but I think many people are familiar with the distinction between direct and indirect communication styles…

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Cultural Differences Related to Appointments & Deadlines

by Cate
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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….

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Still Need a Holdiay Gift? Here are 7 Ideas.

by Cate
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Looking for a holiday gift that’s fun and fosters cultural awareness?

Look no further! Here are 7 ideas for the culturally curious kid, teen or adult on your gift-giving list, each for $20 (US) or less.

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Did You Ever Fall Asleep in School?

by Cate
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I’ve been wanting to point you to an article we posted way back in February – Sleeping in School – A Cultural Thing? – due to readers’ comments about this topic.

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33 Simple Ways to Experience Other Cultures

by Cate
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1. Watch a movie in another language
2. Listen to an online radio station from a different country
3. Cook a meal using an ingredient you’ve never tried…

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The Danger of a Single Story

by Cate

Reader Lisa Velazquez mentioned the video below to me in her comment on my recent post about the Mercy Corps commercial I love. (Thanks, Lisa!)

The video, a TED talk by novelist Chimamanda Adichie, is called The Danger of a Single Story.

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How You Count Cash: A Cultural Thing?

by Cate

According to this video, yes! (Hat tip @chrisguillebeau via @alanperlman)

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A Wall, a Commercial, a Week

by Cate

Last week the world celebrated the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin wall. Except me.

Or so I thought.

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Resource :: Anusibuno, Sasha, Cidinha & Shakeel

by Cate

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Check out this great resource by Oxfam: Cool Planet and meet 4 kids who live in various countries around the world:
:: Anusibuno – Zuo, Ghana.
:: Sasha – Lekarstvennoye, Russia.
:: Cidinha – Ludovico, Brazil.
:: Shakeel – Hyderabad, India.

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