Demonstrate elements of etiquette.

Demonstration includes differentiation among etiquette standards and customs worldwide concerning

  • food and dining
  • professionalism (e.g., introductions, eye contact, dress)
  • social media and technology-related etiquette
  • gift-giving
  • holidays.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why are the knowledge and practice of international etiquette important to the individual citizen? Why are they important to a business and to the government?
  • Where do people acquire attitudes and beliefs about customs and etiquette from other cultures?
  • Why do leaders need to respect the etiquette and customs of world cultures?
  • What is meant by the term cultural geography?