Intercultural Understanding Training

This intercultural understanding course invites students to embark on an enriching journey through the world’s diverse cultural traditions and celebrations. Designed for both primary and secondary school students, the course fosters empathy, respect, and appreciation for the values and customs that shape global communities. Students will explore how culture influences identity, communication, and community life, with a special focus on global festivals, rituals, and seasonal celebrations.

Through engaging activities, research projects, and hands-on experiences, students will compare and contrast traditions from different regions, learn to recognize the shared human experiences that bind cultures together, and develop skills in intercultural communication. The course also emphasizes the importance of ethical cultural engagement, highlighting the significance of respecting and preserving diverse traditions in a globalized world.

By the end of the course, students will not only have a deeper understanding of cultural differences but will also be equipped with the tools to navigate an interconnected world with respect, openness, and creativity.

Key Themes:

• Global cultural traditions and festivals
• The role of values, family, and community in cultural practices
• Empathy, respect, and cultural appreciation
• Comparative analysis of cultural rituals and celebrations
• Global citizenship and intercultural communication skills

This course is ideal for nurturing responsible global citizens who value diversity and are equipped to participate in an increasingly multicultural world.