From more empathetic individuals to greater tolerance in government, learners explore the benefits of a culturally diverse world through a series of collaborative, discussion-based activities. 

Concepts

cultural awareness, cultural diffusion, cultural diversity, cultural values, cultural traditions, world cultures

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• It may be important to have a discussion on why some might see cultural diversity as a negative thing, and to explore issues of racism and hatred in conjunction with this lesson

Classroom Considerations

• This is the second lesson in a series of twelve on culture and cultural diversity. Learners should have explored the meaning of culture and defined it as a class before beginning this resource
• After working with Resource Sheet One, remember to compare the conclusions you gather as a group to what class members initially defined as diversity and cultural diversity

Pros

• Worksheets provided to support discussion and concept attainment
• Several extension/follow-up ideas included

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a