You will read at least 4 scholarly sources on your cultural group of interest (the resources must be published within 10 years). A chapter from the Ballard and Taylor’s text may count as 1 of these resources. You must also use the Internet or media to examine at least 2 significant media sources related to the culture. For example, on the Internet, you may find the following types of resources that are both culturally useful and prominent:
Online newspapers from the selected country,
Internet radio broadcasts,
Music from the country/group,
Movies or videos,
Culture-specific online magazines or websites, and/or
You will answer the questions listed below. First person may be used in your answers, and you must observe correct and current APA style. The paper must have a correct title page, and you must use a reference page if you cite resources (no abstract is needed). A word estimate is beside each question; however, the quality of your answer is more important than the word count. You may expand further, but you do not have to do so. It is recommended that you use the following questions as level 1 headings to organize your paper.
What are some key things you have learned about this culture through reading the scholarly sources? (approximately 600 words). Please include the following aspects, both for inter-group characteristics (compared to other ethnic cultures) and intra-group characteristics (differences within the ethnic culture).
Attitudes, beliefs, and values
Group self-perceptions and issues related to stereotyping
Customs, practices, behaviors
Spirituality/Religion
Societal perceptions, opportunities and barriers in the U.S. and Internationally
Key historical events and figures impacting the culture and societal perceptions of this group
What are some key things you have learned about this culture through interacting with Internet/media resources related to this culture? (approximately 300 words)
Are there any current surprises regarding what you are finding out about this culture? (approximately 100 words)
How does your search through the literature and Internet/media impact your expectations as you plan your interview? (approximately 200 words)
