Intercultural Awareness - Fasten seatbelts to the world!

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  • Description: "Fasten seatbelts to the world": activities based on 5 problematic situations that may arise within the multicultural crew. A link to online cartoons is included to assist the learner in avoiding misunderstandings as a result of cultural differences on board. Learners are encouraged to research the situations themselves in order to find solutions. Guidelines for teachers are included on the INTERMAR website.
  • Maritime English
    Training Module:
    Deck Officers (Operational Level)
     
     
    Occupational Standard: 2. The learner should be able to apply communicative strategies successfully in day-to-day functional situations at sea
     
    Language Learning Outcome: 2.A The learner should be able to demonstrate the ability to listen and communicate internally (within the ship) in routine, face-to-face situations especially with multilingual, multi-ethnic crews
  • Author/Publisher: INTERMAR partnership
  • Guidelines: A challenging activity which is best undertaken in a group environment within the classroom. The more mature learner with some onboard experience will have greater insight when attempting these activities. Access to the Internet is is required to view the cartoons. Guidelines for the teacher are provided on the INTERMAR website.
  • Length: 2 pages
  • Time: 2:00 h
  • Intercultural Awareness - Fasten seatbelts to the world!


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