First, explain the reasons why a “global village” may be referred to as an oxymo

First, explain the reasons why a “global village” may be referred to as an oxymoron. Why is it important to possess verbal and nonverbal cultural indicators in our globalized world? Then, describe a personal experience of intercultural interactions where you either successfully or unsuccessfully exercised verbal and nonverbal cultural skills. Using your knowledge of the cultural domains (religion, ethnicity/nationalism, modernization, and geography), in your assessment, analyze the situation within the context of the factors influencing globalization. Be sure to support your statements with evidence

Independent Research Project/Research memo (Max 2000 words) and oral presentatio

Independent Research Project/Research memo (Max 2000 words) and oral presentation on one of challenges analyzed in Part III of the course. Pay special attention to the following questions: – What are the key aspects of the issue? – Why is the issue relevant? – How does the challenge impact the major Western European countries? – What needs to be done to overcome that challenge?