Cultural Presentation:

Students will choose by the end of Week assignment and prepare a PowerPoint presentation.Preparation for the presentation will include synthesizing the information from readings regarding the chosen culture and sociocultural group, the scientific literature, Internet resources, and other sources.

This presentation should address the following:

History

values and worldview,

language and communication patterns

, art and other expressive forms,

norms and rules,

lifestyle characteristics,

relationship patterns,

rituals,

degree of assimilation or marginalization from mainstream society,

and health behaviors and practices.

In addition to describing these characteristics, the presentation must include (a) a comparative and contrast analysis of common characteristics and distinguishing traits between the groups,(and (b) a discussion of differential approaches needed by health care professionals. Grades will also be based on the overall quality of the professional presentation including handouts and references. The presentation is due by the end of Week 8.

A minimum of 3 evidence-based references (except the textbook) and 15 slides are required.

Examples of cultural groups;

African-American