Values at the workplace

Week 12: WORKPLACE VALUES

Values, beliefs, customs, traditions, human rights, sustainable practices, to protect the environment.

Index

Definition of Concepts

Introduction

Objectives

Develop cultural and environmental awareness and sensitivity among students by exploring the interaction of values, beliefs, customs, traditions, human rights and environmental sustainability in professional settings.

Importance of cultural sensitivity in the workplace, particularly in office roles where interactions with diverse colleagues, clients, types of people are common.

Vocabulary and useful phrases to develop the topics.

Activity 1

Activity 2

Activities 3 & 4

Explore customs and traditions related to business practices and professional etiquette in different cultures. Discuss common cultural norms regarding greetings, communication styles, dress codes, and meeting protocols. Provide tips on how to manag cultural differences

Reflect on different values and beliefs that may influence behavior and communication in the workplace. Reflect on how to manage differences and interactions.

Discuss on human rights principles and diversity in the workplace. Reflect on how to promote respect for human rights.Identify ways to create sustainable practices in the workplace.

Introduction

This activity integrates the topics of values, beliefs, customs, traditions, human rights and sustainability to protect the environment. These are relevant topics to talk about in relation to the working environment.

Learning Outcomes

01

Develop cultural awareness and sensitivity among students exploring the intersection of cultural values, beliefs, customs, traditions, and human rights.

02

Explore cultural values, beliefs, customs, traditions, human rights, and sustainability to protect the environment.

03

Develop linguistic habilities of the English language.

04

Demonstrate correct use of verb tenses and vocabulary related to the topics.

Activity 1: Definition of Concepts

Selection of vocabulary and phrases

Activity 1

Beliefs

Values

Customs

Traditions

Activity 2: Values and Beliefs

Concepts and important information

Personal Values

Definitions of personal values

My values

Jamboard

Can: possibility or ability

Activity 3: Customs and Traditions

Concepts and information

Customs and Traditions

• People have good and bad customs at the work place. Mention some.

What can you do to help people change bad customs.

• Workplace traditions are practices that companies follow to create a more enjoyable atmosphere and increase confidence. For example, annual teambuilding activities and birthday celebrations in the office. What others can you mention. Can you create more traditions at the office?

What is the difference between customs and traditions? Click here and see.

Activity 3

Mention customs and traditions related to business practices and professional etiquette in different cultures. For example....

....common cultural norms such as greetings, communication styles, dress codes, and meeting protocols. Give some examples. What customs and traditions have you learned from your country or other countries?

Activity 4: Human Rights and Diversity

Concepts and information

Activity 4

Human Rights and Diversity at work

What are human rights?

Check some vocabulary on human rights.

Listen and complete the song.

What are some human rights to consider at the workplace?

Unit 4: Sustainable Practices

At the Worplace

Sustainable Practices to Protect the Environment

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