Cultural Rites & Customs Instructions: Interview A Person
Cultural Rites & Customs Instructions: Interview a person from a different
Write a description of this culture practice. Your paper should be: One (1) page Typed according to APA style for margins, formatting, and spacing standards. See NUR3045 - Library (located on the left side on menu) for tutorials. Using APA Style, typed into a Microsoft Word document, save the file, and then upload the file. Upload your file by clicking "Browse My Computer" for Attach File. Also, post your one-page interview to the M1: Discussion - Cultural Rites & Customs. Make sure to write a one-page interview questions and one other page for their rites or customs.
Paper For Above instruction
The purpose of this assignment is to explore and understand cultural diversity through an interview with someone from a different cultural background, focusing on their specific cultural rites or customs. This exercise aims to promote cultural awareness and improve intercultural communication skills by firsthand learning about a community’s traditions and practices.
The paper should be a comprehensive yet concise one-page description of a specific rite or custom, including the cultural significance and the context in which it is performed. The interview questions should be thoughtfully prepared to elicit detailed explanations and insights from the interviewee about the cultural practice. This section should also be approximately one page long, outlining the questions asked and summarizing the interviewee’s responses.
In conducting this interview, it’s important to approach the conversation with respect and sensitivity, ensuring that the interviewee feels comfortable sharing their cultural practices. The description should include details such as the origins of the custom, how it is performed, its importance within the community, and any associated rituals or symbolism.
When writing the paper, adhere to APA formatting standards, including 1-inch margins, double-spacing, Times New Roman font size 12, and appropriate citations if referencing external sources related to the cultural practice described. The text should be clear, well-organized, and free of grammatical errors.
This assignment not only assesses one's ability to gather cultural knowledge but also enhances cultural competence in healthcare, social work, and other multicultural settings. Understanding cultural rites and customs contributes to more respectful and effective communication with diverse populations.
Finally, the completed document should be uploaded as an APA-formatted Word file and posted to the designated discussion forum for peer review and class participation. This process encourages shared learning and appreciation of cultural differences across the class community.
References
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Spector, R. E. (2017). Cultural diversity in health and illness. J.B. Lippincott.