JMU - Culture Shock
NEW for 2013
Culture Shock
Course# TD1640
Note: This workshop is capped at 16 participants.
Categories: Diversity
Level: Fundamental
Type: Single-Session Workshop
Total Workshop Time: 2 Hours
Make-Ups: No make-ups are scheduled for this workshop.
Pre-requisites: None
Target Audience: Individuals interested in understanding how behaviors and communication differences impacts how we relate to others.
Workshop Description: We assume that people think, act and communicate like we do and when we encounter people who do not, it impacts how we react to them. In this interactive simulation, participants will learn first-hand how cultural differences impacts communication and behaviors. This exercise raises awareness of the impact of cultural differences and diversity and the validity of seeking first to understand.
In this workshop participants will:
- Participate in an interactive learning exercise
- Discuss cultural norms and their impact on individuals, teams, departments and communities
- Discuss the impact of cultural differences and how differences impact us individually and as a collective
- Discover how communication gets misconstrued when impacted by cultural differences
- Brainstorm ideas for applying what was learned in order to create understanding, acceptance and inclusion around diversity issues
Presented by: Judy Rannow, Professional Development Specialist
Session Information:
Friday, January 25, 2013
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Wine-Price
