Tips on Being an Effective Culture Guide

  • Recognize who you are.
  • Avoid gestures such as the "thumbs up " or the circle "okay" sign.
  • Point using the entire hand (with the palm up).
  • Learn about your learner's culture.
  • Explore cultural meaning found in words, phrases, gestures and even utterances.
  • Explore the learner's perceptions through questions.
  • Avoid being judgmental.