Define the social constructionist view of culture and identity. Trace the historical development and construction of the four cultural identities discussed. Discuss how each of the four cultural identities discussed affects and/or relates to communication.

Cultural awareness, sometimes referred to as cultural sensitivity, is defined by the NCCC (National Center for Cultural Competence) as being cognizant, observant, and conscious of the similarities and differences among and between cultural groups.

2) The geography shapes the activities we are used to. Landscape is another factor that shapes culture, and by extension our collective identity. When a culture is created within a particular landscape and climate, different activities become a part of its lifestyle. For example, in The Netherlands where the entire country is flat, it becomes

To do this, they combine two types of visualization techniques: they picture the map of London from a bird's eye view, charting subgoals along it, and they use their in situ experience to simulate ^{Culture is the characteristics and knowledge of a particular group of people, encompassing language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music and arts. The Center for Advanced Research on Language} .