Calendar

Week	Week Begins	Class Activities	Objectives
1		Demographics & definitions research Reflective Writing 1	Learning Outcome 1 Introduce cultural diversity and its current role in the UAE.
2		Reflective Writing 2	Explore concepts of multiculturalism, assimilation & acculturation.
3		Optional field trip Reflective Writing 3	Explore types of diversity and consider challenges.
4		Reflective Writing 4	Recognize and distinguish culture vs. personality issues.
5		Reflective Writing 5	Learning Outcome 2 Explore reactivity and concerns: territoriality, privacy, stereotyping, prejudice, bias and discrimination
6		Reflective Log Due	Introduce ethnocentrism & the relationship to culture & personality.
7		Midterm Exam	Assess learning for Outcomes 1 & 2
8			Learning Outcome 3 Explore communication in diversity & cross-cultural communication.
9			Introduce final project. Explore benefits of cultural diversity
10			Consider impact of famous quotes &speeches on diversity.
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12		Portfolio Due	Final project
13			Final project
14			Final project
15		Final Project Presentations	Assess learning for course.
16		Final Project Presentations	Assess learning for course.
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18	Jun 17