Summary: In this class from 11:35 to 13:05, we explore the concept of cultural awareness, building on the lessons from previous classes about the subject. We examine how to become more aware of our own cultures and those of others, as well as the benefits of having a deeper understanding of the similarities and differences between people. This lesson also focuses on building vocabulary, reading, and listening skills. The worksheets are divided into A and B by Macmillan Publishers. I have combined both sheets into a single document and will provide the answers, which will be uploaded here on the class website. Extra worksheets for the answers will be provided in class.

VIII. What is Cultural Awareness and Why is it Important?  (11:35 to 13:05)

1. Worksheet A: For 15 minutes, from 11:35 to 11:50, please prepare your answers by reading the text and answering the questions on Worksheet A, on pages 1 and 2. Those who have prepared their answers earlier can compare them with those of others who have finished. All of the answers are suggestions only that will be shown to the entire class from 11:50 to 12:00.
2. In groups from 12:00 to 12:15, please discuss Workshop A, part 2, by using these prompts in your groups:

• Do you think that cultural awareness is a crucial aspect of personal growth? Why?
• What are your own experiences with working or living alongside people from different cultures?
• How can cultural awareness help us in business/foreign relations/diplomacy/etc?

3. Worksheet B: For 15 minutes from 12:15 to 12:30, please try to match the cultural awareness vocabulary terms with definitions. If you get stuck, please ask the teacher or your classmates for help.

4. From 12:30 to 12:45, please read and discuss “Things I’ve learned,” keeping these three points: a). what the person learned, b). whether you think this was a valuable lesson or not, and c). whether you have heard about or experienced similar situations.

5. Lastly, from 12:45 to 13:05, please share part 5 Worksheet B, and communicate with each other in groups about what you know about:

• International food
• International films or television
• Music from other countries
• Check the labels of the places where your clothes and bags are made, and discuss about them
• Celebrities from other countries
• The countries where your favorite international team or sports stars come from

These could be some topics for your culture presentation

13:05 to 14:05 Lunch Break