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Language, Culture, and Software - ESUG

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Examples of Cultural Variables<br />

Political<br />

Economic<br />

•Trade issues<br />

•Legal issues<br />

•Political tradition <strong>and</strong> symbolism<br />

•Wealth perception<br />

•Overall economic status<br />

Social Organization<br />

Religious/Spiritual<br />

Educational<br />

Linguistic<br />

Technological<br />

•Importance of age<br />

•Business etiquette<br />

•Family <strong>and</strong> social interaction<br />

•Discrimination <strong>and</strong> prejudice<br />

•Popular culture<br />

•Significance of religion/spirituality<br />

•Taboos: Food, behaviors <strong>and</strong> relationships<br />

•Literacy<br />

•Common body of knowledge<br />

•Learning style<br />

•The target language<br />

•Official national language<br />

•Text orientation<br />

•Writing style<br />

•Level of technology

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