Cultural Differences in Communication

Conversation - B1-B2 | Intermediate Level

Mar. 12 Wed , 04:00 USA

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Description

In this session, we will:
Learn about how communication differs across cultures.
Discuss specific examples of cultural differences in communication.
Practice how to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds.

Session Activities

Question 1: Have you ever experienced a misunderstanding because of cultural differences?

Question 2: What is something in your culture that you think might be strange to someone from another country?

Question 3: Do you prefer face-to-face communication or digital communication? Why?

Question 1: How do people communicate in your culture? Is it direct or indirect?

Question 2: What are some common gestures in your culture, and what do they mean?

Question 3: In some cultures, people speak very loudly, while in others, they speak softly. How do you think this affects communication?

Question 4: What is the importance of body language in communication in your culture?

Question 5: How do you feel when you have to communicate with someone from a different culture?

Question 6: Can you think of any examples where a cultural difference caused confusion or misunderstanding in a conversation?

Question 7: What do you think is the best way to improve communication with people from different cultures?

Question 8: In some cultures, people avoid eye contact, while in others, it is considered rude not to make eye contact. What do you think about this?

1. You will have a few minutes to engage in an open interaction with your classmates, so feel free to talk about anything you like! And remember to be respectful and enjoy!