Ecotonos

Newly revised and updated, Ecotonos is a tool for engaging in problem solving and decision making, designed for participants who have little experience in solving problems in multicultural contexts as well as those who wish to hone their skills. Ecotonos has been used successfully with business executives, students, faculty and volunteers. Through decision making challenges involving various cultural dynamics, participants can enhance their understanding of the impact of culture on communication and learn to interact effectively in multicultural teams. Now offered in a handy plastic travel case, Ecotonos can be played anywhere and is flexible enough to be used several times with the same audience. Each time, participants will have a new and different learning experience - guaranteed!

For its fifteenth anniversary, Ecotonos is now available in an updated edition! The fourth revision of this beloved simulation retains all the elements of prior editions and adds

• Lightweight packaging for improved portability
• An abridged version of the game that allows the simulation and debriefing to be conducted in less time
• An explanation of key intercultural theories inherent in the simulation
  
• Expanded sections on adapting Ecotonos to a variety of cultures and situations

"What educators often treat separately—cultural values, nonverbal behavior, communication style—Ecotonos brings together in a powerful, experiential way. What continues to make [it] so effective is its realism and practicality, with cases and tasks tailored to the participants; its emotional involvement; and its format, which allows participants to practice skills and develop problem-solving strategies."
—John C. Condon, Professor of Communication University of New Mexico

Considering using Ecotonos? You may want to sign up for the Ecotonos discussion group: http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/ecotonos/

For more information on Ecotonos and their other products and services, contact Nipporica.