Unit 2

Question 1

Define: Culture

Answer 1

Culture consists of: 
-abstract values
-beliefs, 
-perceptions
of the world that lie behind people's behavior, and which are reflected in their behavior. 

These are shared by members of a society, and when acted upon, they produce behavior considered acceptable within that society.

Cultures are learned, largely through the medium of language, rather than inherited biologically, and the parts of a culture function as an integrated whole.

Question 2

Define: Norms

Answer 2

A set of expectations about behaviour that people carry in their heads and use to regulate their own behaviour and respond to others ’behaviour

o Norms differ, depending on gender, occupation, age and/or life-stage

Question 3

Define: Emerging Adulthood

Answer 3

An observed stage of life in industrialized nations that is characterized by a mix of adult and adolescent behaviours.

Question 4

Define: Worldview

Answer 4

How we relate to each
other.

For First Nations:
-Importance of interconnectedness & balance

Question 5

Explain how culture influences the social sciences and vice versa.

Answer 5

Consider:
o Norms differ, depending on gender, occupation, age and/or life-stage
o Those who deviate from a norm will be sanctioned
o Over half of minority clients drop out after first session

Question 6

Describe McCormick and Amundson’s (1997) career-life planning model for First Nations people.

Answer 6

Connectedness and Wholeness as foundational.

Counsellor is more of a facilitator between person and most important people to the person.

8 areas:
o	Work, Life Roles and Responsibilities
o	Educational Background
o	Balance (Spiritual, Physical, Emotional, Mental needs)
o	Values, Meaning
o	Personality, Spirit
o	Interests
o	Gifts, Aptitudes, Skills
o	Labour Market Options

Have client reflect on themselves.
o Also have family & community members provide answers.

Question 7

Identify the suggestions proposed by Lee and Sheared (2002) for teachers working with adult learners from different cultural backgrounds

Answer 7

Design Inclusive Curriculum
Portray lived experiences & give voice to the (immigrant) learner

Examine Cultural Assumptions
Examine own cultural assumptions

Question 8

Define: Cultural Model of Learning

Answer 8

The system of cultural knowledge, values, beliefs, and behaviour norms acquired by people belonging to a particular group