Class #2 Buddhism

After hearing today's speaker. Please answer the following question in your blog:
1. How is your daily life affected by Buddhism? What do you do and why do you do it?

Also, read the newspaper for the next week and find an article that has to do with cross culture communication problems. Post the link to this article, summarize it in your blog in English.

Have a good week.

Welcome to the HJU CCC blog!

Welcome to the HJU Cross Culture Communication class. I hope you will learn a lot about your own culture and the cultures of other people around the world. Understanding is the key to accepting and I hope we can all become cross culture competent. This is the first blog of the new school year. Your homework today is to create your own blog for this class. Remember do not use your real name in the blog. When you have created it, please e-mail me (smmeiki@yahoo.com) your blog address and your name. I will keep the secret! I am happy to welcome you to this class.

Last Class!

Thank you everyone for a very interesting and exciting class. I think we learned a lot and met many interesting people. A BIG THANKS and FAREWELL goes to Rolf! I really appreciated his male perspective in class and discussions. We wish you all the best of luck in your next adventure.
Congratulations to all the seniors! Best of luck with the next stage of your life. Reach high and attain your goals.
See some of you in the spring 2008.
S. Meiki

Reflections #3 Class Jan 23rd

I apologize about being absent last class. I was really sick and could not talk! Also, I did not want to spread it to all of you! Did you like the speaker? Mr. MazKenzie has been around the world and many interesting ideas about international education. Thanks Rolf for taking over!
At today's class, I will give all of you the reflections #3 grading sheet and expect it back next Monday, January 28th, our last class. I already sent out e-mails to students that did not give me their reflections #2 homework. If you did not get an e-mail, you are alright! We will also see a powerful movie with an important message about a world with no cross culture communication and understanding. I hope it leaves an impression with you, as much as it did with me.
Remember, next class is our food class. I look forward to tasting all the delights of the countries.

Education

After listening to today’s presentations and reading what the new Minister of Education in the newspapers. Please read the opinion in the December 6th International Herald Tribune.
http://www.iht.com/articles/2006/12/06/opinion/edkumiko.php　
Do you agree with the writer? Why? Give at least 3 examples to support your answer.

ATTENTION: Do not forget that we have class next WEDNESDAY (January 23rd) and MONDAY (January 28th) Same time, 1:00 and same place.

Wednesday's class will be a reflections class which means all blogs must be updated and 5 comments on another persons blog must be done by JAN 23rd.

Monday January 28th will be a food class. Your group must bring to class a kind of food from the country you are studying. Bring a "how to make it" presentation and enough small portions for the whole class to taste. This should be fun!

Happy New Year!

Welcome back to class! I hope all of you have had a good rest and ready to finish this semester with some interesting ideas and discussions.
I apologize for not being able to have 2 presentations (from Mongolia and Germany) about table manners last class. My computer actually burned up! I had to buy a new one over the vacation. So, let's have the presentations on January 7th.
After the presentations, we will have a small discussion about Men and Women issues, then presentations by Brazil and Phillippines.
This week's homework is to read an article from the Japan Times and give your opinion. http://search.japantimes.co.jp/member/member.html?ek20060110ks.htm

Do you agree or disagree with the author (who is Japanese). Please explain why in your blog.
Thanks. Next class, January 21st, is our final study class with a reflections class on January 28th. I hope to set up the guest speaker for the Jan 21st class. Will let you know later.
S. Meiki

Class #10 Table Manners

Today we discussed table manners from all over the world. Please answer the following questions in your blog.

Have you ever eaten in a foreign restaurant? Where? What did you eat? Did you make any mistakes? Please explain your experience. Did you learn anything?

Ms. Azimi's Visit from UNITAR

I hope all of you enjoyed the talk by Ms. Azimi. I know some of it was difficult to understand. My advice is to go over her handouts and look up words you do not understand. She told all of you some very important information and advice. I hope to discuss her presentation next class. Here are some pictures

Class #8 Homework

First, we talked and saw many international weddings and compared them with Japan. Please answer the following questions in your blog:
Since Japanese weddings are expensive, do you think having a massive wedding like Korea or UAE is a good idea? Eloping? Having it in a foreign location like Hawaii?
What is your ideal wedding? What would you definitely do or wear or go to on that big day? Why is that important?

Also, next week we will have the Director of the UN HOAP office talk to us. Research about the UN and the HOAP office and prepare a question on loose leaf paper to hand in at the beginning of the class.

Finally, last reflections class admissions are now closed. Grades will be given out next week. Next class is the reflections class and all blogs HAVE TO BE UPDATED BY THIS DATE! No exceptions. Last homework dragged on toooooooo looooong!

Superstitions Homework

We talked about many superstitions in many countries, but do you think it is important to talk about them? Why?
Is communication affected by superstitions?
Do you believe in Japanese superstitions? If so, what superstitions, what do they mean and why do you do,use, or believe in them?

Next class is weddings, presentations by Philippines and Mongolia.

The Final Complete List

After much juggling and editing, here is the complete blog list!
Keep the comments coming and check them for lively discussions!
http://rolftheta.blogspot.com
http://sal7021lcaramel.blogspot.com/
http://runenight1986.blogspot.com/
http://loveccc.blogspot.com/
http://enjoystudying.blogspot.com
http://rinhan.blogspot.com/
http://thetwinkleofthestars.blogspot.com
http://hudepako.blogspot.com
http://carrie04green.blogspot.com
http://wwwrailstar.blogspot.com
http://crossculturecommunication.blogspot.com
http://ronrunron.blogspot.com
http://newbettle1107-mari.blogspot.com
http://bearscare57.blogspot.com
http://yoppy-days.blogspot.com
http://kotokotone.blogspot.com/
http://hatokichichan.blogspot.com
http://seaman-lovedancing.blogspot.com/
http://miffy-blackcat.blogspot.com/
http://moon-troupe.blogspot.com
http://chocolatechocomint.blogspot.com
http://coffeebreak87.blogspot.com/.
http://yummy-crossculturecommnication.blogspot.com/
http://krip-cultureofkrip-krip.blogspot.com/
http://mt062076.blogspot.com/
http://tensinhan.blogspot.com
http://rn062053.blogspot.com/
http://naa-log-blog.blogspot.com
http://king-log-blog.blogspot.com/
http://coffeebreak87.blogspot.com/　
http://humming-lalalalala.blogspot.com
http://bright-dark.blogspot.com/
http://sunny-side-up-egg.blogspot.com/
http://happycccghost.blogspot.com
URL:http://pastel-blog.blogspot.com/
http://boone-shannon.blogspot.com/
http://chirorikuume.blogspot.com/
http://happyccc.blogspot.com
http://nyaa-nyaa-nyaa-nyaa.blogspot.com/
http://haveagoodday0910.blogspot.com/
http://tulalup.blogspot.com
http://pineappleapple.blogspot.com
http://guchiworld.blogspot.com

Homework #4

Today we talked about time in different societies and the English words associated with them. For homework, answer the following question:

The English language has many proverbs and sayings about time.
1. Time is money.
2.A stitch in time saves nine.
3.There's no time like the present.
4. Fashionable late.

Please explain what you think are the meanings of each of the 4 expressions.

New Blogs to check out!

Here are some new blog addresses to check out when you make your comments
http://coffeebreak87.blogspot.com/
http://rn062053.blogspot.com/
http://guchiworld.blogspot.com/
http://loveccc.blogspot.com/
http://pineappleapple.blogspot.com/
http://rn062053.blogspot.com/
http://railstar.blogspot.com/


Don't forget to leave a comment on Rolf's blog
http://rolftheta.blogspot.com/

Blog Homework deadline

Due to the school festival and, when checking the blogs, lack of homework done, I will extend the deadline to November 18th (Thursday). Please, please finish all of your homework and post it on the blog. I want to start grading them since there are almost 50 of you!

Also, Hiroyo and Aya please see me after class together.
Mari N., Motoe, Yuki K. Hiromi Y., Yuko Y. Miki T. and Megumi A. See me too!

Additional blogs

The following blogs are to be added to the original list:
http://as062067.blogspot.com/
http://happycccghost.blogspot.com/
http://chocolatechocomint.blogspot.com/
http://rinhan.blogspot.com/
http://hudepako.blogspot.com/
http://hju-ym1109.blogspot.com

Don't forget to comment on their blogs too!

No Blog addresses

The following students have not given me their blog addresses;
062059
062053
042023
062085
032115
012001

The following students have to change their names on their blogs to reflect NOT their real name! Please change it to a pen name!
062080
062051
062076
042025
062062

Thanks!
S. Meiki

Class Blogs Fall 2007

Here is the list of class blogs. Next class is the reflections class where blogs are checked. Your homework this week is to comment on 5 blog postings. You must agree or disagree with a posting and give evidence as to why you feel this way. 4-5 sentences is sufficient. If you notice a comment on your blog, please respond to the person's comments. Please let me know, by next class, which blogs you commented on. Good Luck!

Blog Address
http://sal7021lcaramel.blogspot.com/
http://runenight1986.blogspot.com/
http://uddyhiromi.blogspot.com
http://enjoystudying.blogspot.com
http://thetwinkleofthestars.blogspot.com
http://carrie04green.blogspot.com
http://crossculturecommunication.blogspot.com
http://ronrunron.blogspot.com
http://newbettle1107.blogspot.com
http://bearscare57.blogspot.com
http://yoppy-days.blogspot.com
http://kotokotone.blogspot.com/
http://hatokichichan.blogspot.com
http://seaman-lovedancing.blogspot.com/
http://miffy-blackcat.blogspot.com/
http://moon-troupe.blogspot.com
http://yummy-crossculturecommnication.blogspot.com/
http://krip-cultureofkrip-krip.blogspot.com/
http://mt062076.blogspot.com/
http://tensinhan.blogspot.com/
http://naa-log-blog.blogspot.com
http://michi-log-blog.blogspot.com
http://as062067.blogspot.com
http://humming-lalalalala.blogspot.com
http://bright-dark.blogspot.com/
http://sunny-side-up-egg.blogspot.com/
http://happyccghost.blogspot.com
URL:http://pastel-blog.blogspot.com/
http://boone-shannon.blogspot.com/
http://chirorikuume.blogspot.com/
http://happyccc.blogspot.com
http://nyaa-nyaa-nyaa-nyaa.blogspot.com/
http://haveagoodday0910.blogspot.com/
http://tulalup.blogspot.com

There are still 10 people that have not reported their blog address to me. If you do not do this by next class you will fail!!

Homework #3

Today we discussed the language of clothes. After listening to the lecture and the meaning of colors in clothing, answer the following questions:
1. Do you judge people according to what they wear? Why?
2 Do you think Japanese society puts an importance on clothing when judging other people from another country?
3. What colors are you wearing now? Do they reflect your mood?

Next week we will discuss friends, please prepare by answering the following questions:
1. What are some subjects that you will never discuss with a friend?
2. Do you have different friends for different parts of your life? If so, how are they different to you? Do you talk about different things? Go to different places? Give me some examples.

Have a good week!
S.M.

Student Blogs

The following students have never contacted me with their blog address:
Ezuki Yoshimi Yuki Kato
Kyoko Nawata Yukari Omiya
Masami Nakashima Kae Oi
Motoe Ogawa Hiromi Yamamoto
Junko Oka Yuko Yamaguchi
Mari Nakashima Megumi Akagi
Hiroyo Shiwaku Aya Takamatsu
Yumiko Seta Mikie Oda
Yui Ogasawara Ryoko Niinaka

The following students have contacted me but some information is wrong or missing. Please see me after class:
Yurie Tsuru
Hiromi Togo
Miki Takiguchi
Aoi Sera
Asumi Kawamoto

Thank You!

Homework #2

Please answer the following questions in your blog:

1.Death and Funerals:
a. Do you have any international friends or a host family? If so, how would you express your condolences to them if a family member died? If not, then how would you express consolences to an American host family if their Grandmother died?
b. Have you ever been to a foreign funeral?

2. The language of Clothes (preparation for next weeks topic):
a.Why are Japanese designer label crazy? Why is what you wear so important?

b.What does “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” mean to you?

Good Luck!