Verbal and Nonverbal Communication• Varieties of Introductions• Use of Titles in Introductions • Eye Contact and Handshaking in Introductions• 'Small Talk" After Introductions• Cultural Variations in Introductions• Verbal Patterns• Rules and Styles of Speaking • Directness in American English • Invitations

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication• Speaking and Refraining from Speaking• Different Ways of Expressing Common Needs • Cultural Communication• Cultural Differences in Nonverbal Communication• Gestures • Facial Expressions • Eye Contact • Space

Educational Attitudes• Diversity in Education • Active Participation • The Teacher-Student Relationship • Independent Learning • The Honor System • Competition

Personal Relationship• Circles of friends, mobility and friendship• Instant Friendships • Male-Female Relationships • Interculural Fiendships

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication• Verbal Patterns • Rules and Styles of Speaking =depends on the situation• Directness in American English = e.g. Simon Cowell in American Idol• Invitations

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication• Speaking and Refraining from Speaking• Different Ways of Expressing Common Needs • Cultural Communication• Cultural Differences in Nonverbal Communication• Gestures • Facial Expressions • Eye Contact • Space

Educational Attitudes• Diversity in Education • Active Participation • The Teacher-Student Relationship • Independent Learning • The Honor System • Competition

Personal Relationship• Circles of friends, mobility and friendship• Instant Friendships • Male-Female Relationships • Interculural Fiendships