This project is based on ready made eTwinning kits concerning intercultural dialogue " How do I say 'thank you?' " People do not always just use words to communicate something. .There is a whole language of body movements and gestures that we use all the time. It is known as body language. Students are going to compare gestures commonly used in their countries and find internationally acceptable ways of expressing significant sentiments.

• Subjects: Art, Cross Curricular, Drama, European Studies, Foreign Languages, Geography, History, History of Culture, Informatics / ICT, Media Education, Music
• Languages: EN
• Pupil's age: 10 - 12
• Tools to be used: Chat, e-mail, MP3, Other software (Powerpoint, video, pictures and drawings), Video conference, Virtual learning environment (communities, virtual classes, ...), Web publishing
• Aims: One of the ultimate goals is to agree upon internationally acceptable ways of saying 'Thank you' and 'Sorry' and expressing... read moreOne of the ultimate goals is to agree upon internationally acceptable ways of saying 'Thank you' and 'Sorry' and expressing other significant sentiments.To make pupils aware of the nature of communication and the importance of getting accurate meaning of words when speaking with people from another culture. To enhance observation skills, the ability to interpret data, awareness of cultural difference and an appreciation of the difficulties for people in a foreign environment. Also to better appreciate the challenges facing people with hearing impairment. hide
• Work process:
• Expected results: photos, video films, drawings, photo quiz, PowerPoint presentations, slideshows

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