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Cultural Awareness: Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to other cultures’ norms, practices and actions while at the same time recognizing, acknowledging and appreciating individual differences.
Assessment Strategies
Written product, discussion
Criteria
define cultural norms and differences between Italian culture and American culture
identify assumptions about culture based on an American perspective
describe influences of Italian and American culture on business practice
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Intercultural Communications: Communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse peoples in intercultural teams and work groups.
Assessment Strategies
Written product, discussion
Criteria
identify appropriate and non-appropriate modes of communication in Italian Culture
demonstrate appropriate communication while interacting with others
describe effective methods of communication relevant to business in Italy
compare communication differences between Italian and American business people
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International Travel: Exhibit preparedness/readiness for international travel, including the abilities to assess and respond to health and safety risks and adapt to unpredictable situations.
Assessment Strategies
Written product, discussion
Criteria
define what risks may present themselves while traveling internationally
describe how best to respond to health and safety concerns while abroad
explain contingency plan procedure in regards to travel to and from the US and Italy
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Global Citizenship: Recognize self as a part of global culture by demonstrating awareness of the interdependence of global systems, understanding how the United States may be perceived worldwide, solving problems with multiple perspectives and variables, and making globally responsible decisions.
Assessment Strategies
Written product, discussion
Criteria
identify roles and responsibilities as a global citizen representing the United States while abroad
identify cultural biases in regards to behavior demonstrated by Americans vs Italians
discuss the differences between appropriate on non-appropriate behaviors while traveling in Italy
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Global Work Skills: Apply global perspectives to the workplace through the use of appropriate technology for international communication, the ability to collaborate with diverse co-workers, and the ability to adapt to variances between cultures in occupational processes, procedures and practices, and through recognizing the impact of the global economy on various occupations and professions.
Assessment Strategies
Written product, discussion
Criteria
justify the use of most common technologies used in Italian commerce
describe how Italian commerce perspectives may or may not apply to American commerce practice
define difference in commerce practice between American and Italy
explain the general impact global commerce has on both Italian and American economies