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    This document discusses cultural observations and expectations for students studying abroad in Korea. It begins with definitions of culture and some basic cultural differences students may encounter between their own culture and Korean culture. The bulk of the document is a top 10 list of cultural observations, including things like toilet paper, chopsticks, assumptions about English skills, the importance of education, personal space, history, and the emphasis on family in Korea. Other points covered are the significance of English study, indirect communication styles, and the responsibility of students to represent their home country respectfully while gaining cultural understanding during their time abroad.

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    My Life in Korea

    Cultural Observations, Mysteries and Expectations


    SCH International Student Orientation September 2, 2011

    Judith Sachs SCH Study Abroad Programs

    What is Culture?
    The shared set of values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors which are widely held by members of a group of people
    Cultural Iceberg

    Culture 101
    1. Koreans have a culture 2. You have a culture 3. Some things in Korean culture will be similar (or may seem familiar) to yours 4. Some things will be different

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations # 10 Toilet paper

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations # 9 Flat metal chopsticks

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations


    # 8 Dont assume others cannot understand English

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations


    #7
    If you think YOU studied hard in high school or college.think again

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations # 6 Personal space & physical contact

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations # 5 The history of Korea

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations # 4 The importance and role of family

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations


    # 3
    The importance of English
    How much does your country spend on second language education? Koreans spend over $9.1 billion each year on language training More per PERSON than any other country in the world!

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations


    #2
    Indirect communication

    My Top 10 Cultural Observations


    #1
    1. 2. 3. 4. 5. You are a GUEST of Korea and SCH University. Your personal behavior 24/7 is a reflection of your home country and all foreign guests here. Minor social mistakes by foreigners happen. Help each other learn how to AVOID REPEATING THEM. Please think before you act. You are RESPONSIBLE for your behavior and actions. This is SERIOUS stuff.

    Americans on a Seoul subway May 7, 2011

    Your job while in Korea is to learn


    1. 2. 3. 4. what cultural differences there are where they come from what they mean and how to respond when conflict or misunderstandings arise.

    Some advice
    Be observant Be humble Be polite Be flexible Smile a lot Get good at charades Learn the two magic words in Korean today!

    Thanks and have a great experience!

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