Class Resource Opportunities

International Class Resource Proposal:
"Ba Fa Ba Fa"

Judi Shelkin

Curriculum Support for Current Classes:

I have used a cross-culture simulation game called "Ba Fa Ba Fa" for ten years as a curriculum support activity for Communication 100 and Communication 110. In addition to using this cross cultural simulation game for the communication classes, I have been asked to conduct the activities in other classes.

This game is in need of replacement due to pieces being used up over a period of time. I have been unable to conduct this activity in other classes at the request of other instructors.

Objective:

"Ba Fa Ba Fa" is a three hour cross-cultural simulation where students have the opportunity to become members of one of two completely opposite cultures. Students must learn the new language, rules and roles of their new culture. All students have the opportunity to observe and interact with strangers from a new culture. At the end of the activitiy students walk away with real empathy, the ability to stand in someone elses shoes and feel what they are feeling.

Outcomes:

I have found "Ba Fa Ba Fa" to be one of the best learning resources for teaching international education. Without access to this resource, I feel that we are providing a disservice to students at Estrella Mountain Community College

Cost:

approximately $250.00

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Go to Proposal 1.