Learning Journal #4 SDLC 105

[Dominique Brown]

In regards to the in-class presentations of my fellow classmates, I really enjoyed hearing about particular aspects of different cultures, in addition to the one that I am studying. I really liked hearing and learning about the divisive languages of Pakistan and how the languages spoken in different regions are easier to learn for those who live close to the border of those regions. In addition to this, it was interesting to hair about beauty trends in South Korea, ranging from plastic surgery to male cosmetics. Korea’s focus on couples and all the different holidays celebrating couples was also nice. The presentation on sign-language was interesting because I have never really thought about how deaf people communicate with each other and how certain expressions are expressed more adamantly through facial expressions. The Italian car commercial was also enjoyable to see as an example of the strong familial bonds in Italy.