Supporting Questions:

• How and why are groups of people culturally similar and different?
• Why is it necessary to understand culture when studying a global problem and potential solutions?
• How has globalization influenced cultural diversity?

Lesson 1: What is Culture?

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• 1b_Culture-languages worksheet

Lesson 2: What are the Important Characteristics of Culture?

Lesson 3: Cultural Adaptation: How Does Where People Live Affect How They Live?

Lesson 4: Cultural Landscapes: How Do People Shape the Environment Where They Live?

Lesson 5: How and Why do Cultures Change?

Lesson 6: What are Some Barriers and Responses to Cultural Diffusion?

Lesson 7: What Roles do Fads Play in Cultural Change?

Lesson 8: What is the Impact of Globalization on Cultural Diversity?

Lesson 9: Are We Heading Toward One Global Culture?

Lesson 10: How and Why Should We Protect our Cultural Heritage?