Culture and Aesthetics

It is imperative to acknowledge that the messages and communications we create are always bound to our culture and worldview, as well as those messages being interpreted through the audience’s own cultural lens. A certain piece of content can have multiple meanings depending on the culture and the context of the author and viewer, which is why sometimes knowledge of a culture may be required for a correct interpretation. Students should be encouraged to learn from other cultures when interpreting the content and aesthetics of communications. Additionally, lessons plans should include opportunities to express one’s views on aesthetics.