Linda Smith
Katonya Jackson
Cultural Broker- Mexico
Languages, scripts, and naming practices
Spanish is the official language of Mexico. The parent we interviewed stated that
Spanish is spoken at home and church. When at work, the parent speaks mostly in Spanish but has to talk in English as well. Parent writes in Spanish and English. Her children write in English but are learning to write in Spanish. She informed us that people in Mexico generally name their children using the
Mexican calendar. Every day and every month there’s a different name. She stated that her brother was named using the Mexican calendar. Also, a child takes on the mother and father’s last name. The mother’s maiden name is first. (Mexican Participant, 2014) …show more content…
Also, when they’re having serious conversations, they always look each other in the eyes. During casual conversations, they don’t really look each other in the eyes. Patience is very important in Mexican culture. Deference is shown to the elderly, so give way to them in public and don’t object if they are waited on first. Chins tilting, cupped palms, and a version of the “OK” sign. (Mexican Participant, 2014)
Religious beliefs The family shared with us that the prominent religion is Roman Catholic.
After the conquest by the Spanish, Mexico's indigenous peoples readily accepted Catholic beliefs and practices, but they did so on the basis of their pre-Hispanic religious beliefs. The Virgin of Guadalupe, for example, was associated with the pagan goddess Tonantzin. As a result, Mexican folk Catholicism is frequently described as syncretic. Catholic beliefs pervade the life of ordinary Mexicans. Because the
Catholic Church has been a very powerful institution in Mexican history, its relationship with the state has at times been tense and sometimes openly hostile. In recent decades, Protestant missionaries have been particularly active in southern Mexico and among the urban poor.
( Culture of Mexico)
Marriage and …show more content…
These can exist along the lines of race and gender, but class distinctions regulate social interaction most decisively. It goes without saying that the different social hierarchies frequently run parallel. Questions are only rude if it’s asked in a rude way, not what you say just how you say it. What is considered to be polite, is during dinner the woman eats last because she prepares everything and make sure everyone has what they need. The husband and kids are served at the same time and eat at the same time.
(Culture Etiquette around the World-Mexico , Mexican Participant, 2014
Learning and Schooling Parent stated that they were expected to behave well in school. Sometimes, parents will give teachers permission to discipline their children. Teachers expected parents to help with homework and students are expected to study and work hard. Teachers are treated with the upmost respect. Students are expected to wear uniforms daily. Education consists of public and private schools. The average class size is normally 30-40 students.
(Mexican Participant,
Katonya Jackson
Cultural Broker- Mexico
Languages, scripts, and naming practices
Spanish is the official language of Mexico. The parent we interviewed stated that
Spanish is spoken at home and church. When at work, the parent speaks mostly in Spanish but has to talk in English as well. Parent writes in Spanish and English. Her children write in English but are learning to write in Spanish. She informed us that people in Mexico generally name their children using the
Mexican calendar. Every day and every month there’s a different name. She stated that her brother was named using the Mexican calendar. Also, a child takes on the mother and father’s last name. The mother’s maiden name is first. (Mexican Participant, 2014) …show more content…
Also, when they’re having serious conversations, they always look each other in the eyes. During casual conversations, they don’t really look each other in the eyes. Patience is very important in Mexican culture. Deference is shown to the elderly, so give way to them in public and don’t object if they are waited on first. Chins tilting, cupped palms, and a version of the “OK” sign. (Mexican Participant, 2014)
Religious beliefs The family shared with us that the prominent religion is Roman Catholic.
After the conquest by the Spanish, Mexico's indigenous peoples readily accepted Catholic beliefs and practices, but they did so on the basis of their pre-Hispanic religious beliefs. The Virgin of Guadalupe, for example, was associated with the pagan goddess Tonantzin. As a result, Mexican folk Catholicism is frequently described as syncretic. Catholic beliefs pervade the life of ordinary Mexicans. Because the
Catholic Church has been a very powerful institution in Mexican history, its relationship with the state has at times been tense and sometimes openly hostile. In recent decades, Protestant missionaries have been particularly active in southern Mexico and among the urban poor.
( Culture of Mexico)
Marriage and …show more content…
These can exist along the lines of race and gender, but class distinctions regulate social interaction most decisively. It goes without saying that the different social hierarchies frequently run parallel. Questions are only rude if it’s asked in a rude way, not what you say just how you say it. What is considered to be polite, is during dinner the woman eats last because she prepares everything and make sure everyone has what they need. The husband and kids are served at the same time and eat at the same time.
(Culture Etiquette around the World-Mexico , Mexican Participant, 2014
Learning and Schooling Parent stated that they were expected to behave well in school. Sometimes, parents will give teachers permission to discipline their children. Teachers expected parents to help with homework and students are expected to study and work hard. Teachers are treated with the upmost respect. Students are expected to wear uniforms daily. Education consists of public and private schools. The average class size is normally 30-40 students.
(Mexican Participant,