Crash Course
Cultures, Subcultures, and Countercultures: Crash Course Sociology
What is culture? How do we define it and how does it change? We’ll explore different categories of culture, like low culture, high culture, and sub-cultures. We'll also revisit our founding theories to consider both a structural...
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The Hidden Biases in WEIRD Psychology Research
Psychology studies can be really skewed by the WEIRD population (western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic). Why does this hidden bias exist?
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The Delicious Science of CHEESE!
I am an absolute freak for cheese. Next to bread, it might be our oldest biotechnology! Here's some of the science about how it's made and where it comes from. Special thanks to Kara Chadbourne from Antonelli's Cheese in Austin, TX!!!...
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Indonesia Geography and Climate
New ReviewLying south of mainland Southeast Asia and north of the continent of Australia, Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world. While it’s a vast country, only about 40 percent is land—the rest is sea. Strategically located between...
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Developing a Global Mindset
New ReviewOver time, the expansion of trade and the exchange of ideas and cultures have led to an increasingly interconnected global economy. As countries, companies, and people reassess how to operate globally, it’s clear that the way we interact...
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Me vs Us
New ReviewWhen learning about culture, understanding individualism versus collectivism is essential. Individualism can be viewed as the emotional independence of an individual from groups or organizations. In contrast, in collectivist societies,...
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Standing & Space
New ReviewOne important nonverbal cultural cue is physical proximity to others. For instance, how close do you stand to others? What is your comfort zone? Standing distances shrink and expand across cultures. Learn how people might mark their...
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Interpreting Eye Contact
New ReviewEye contact is an important form of nonverbal communication. For example, in some cultures, direct eye contact is appreciated, while in other cultures, this type of gaze is disrespectful. Explore how people in different cultures and...
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Culture's Impact on Body Language
New ReviewIn most cultures, nonverbal behavior can be as impactful as spoken words. How we gesture, twitch, and scrunch up our face represents a guide to our emotions. Being able to suitably read—and broadcast—body language can significantly up...
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Each Person Belongs to Several Cultures
New ReviewWhere does a culture begin and end? The answer is not always clear-cut. Culture is a complex concept. Some cultures fall within geographic boundaries, while others overlap. In addition to national culture, there are cultures based on...
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Understanding Your Own Frame of Reference
New ReviewIt’s true—we naturally view behavior through our own cultural shade. We share common values with members in our own culture, and our values often differ from those of our colleagues and counterparts around the world. Each of us is raised...
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How Do Others See My Culture?
New ReviewCulture certainly shapes our perspective. To accept cultural differences, we often employ generalizations to help us understand aspects of a culture. However, cultures and values are not static entities. Gain insight into how cultures...
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Singapore Customs When Visiting Homes
New ReviewIt’s important to remember that Singapore is a young multiracial and multicultural society. Over time, the locals have become accustomed to dealing with members of different races and cultures. As a result, adherence to behaviors and...
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Warring City States
New ReviewThis World Cultures video discusses warring city states.
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The Old Order
New ReviewThis World Cultures video discusses the steps to the French Revolution.
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The Irish
New ReviewThis World Cultures instructional video discusses a brief history of Ireland.
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The Congress of Vienna
New ReviewThis World Cultures instructional video discusses the Congress of Vienna.
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The Roman Empire
New ReviewThis World Cultures instructional video discusses the Roman Empire.
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Roots in the West
New ReviewThis World Cultures video demonstrates how Roman and Greek ideas took root in the West.
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Rise of the Mongols
New ReviewThis World Cultures video is about the rise of the Mongols.
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Rise of Christianity
New ReviewThis World Cultures video is about the rise of Christianity.
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Rise of Aksum
New ReviewThis World Cultures instructional video discusses the rise of the Aksum.