Language, Culture, and Software - ESUG
Language, Culture, and Software - ESUG
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