CULTURAL DIVERSITY Flashcards
This refers to the values, beliefs, attitudes, languages, symbols, rituals, behaviors, and customs unique to a particular group of people, and that is down from generation to generation.
Culture
This is often defined as a set of rules because each culture provides a “blueprint” for its standard of living.
Culture
The uniqueness is influenced by many things: (8)
- Physical characteristics
- Family Life
- Socioeconomic Status
- Religious Beliefs
- Geographical Location
- Education
- Occupation
- Life Experiences
The uniqueness is influenced by many things: (8)
- Physical characteristics
- Family Life
- Socioeconomic Status
- Religious Beliefs
- Geographical Location
- Education
- Occupation
- Life Experiences
What are the four basic characteristics of culture?
- Culture is learned
- Culture is shared
- Culture is in social nature
- Culture is dynamic and constantly changing
This characteristic of culture is taught to others and
children learn patterns by imitating adults and developing attitudes accepted by others.
Culture is learned
This characteristic of culture is common practices and beliefs are shared with others in a cultural
group.
Culture is shared
Circumcisions are standard practice within the Caucasian culture. What characteristic of culture is this?
Culture is shared
This characteristic of culture is where individuals in the group understand appropriate behavior based on traditions that have been passed down from
generation to generation.
Culture is in social nature
This characteristic of culture is where new ideas may generate different standards for behavior.
Culture is dynamic and constantly changing
This refers to a range of different societies or people with different origins, religions, and traditions all
living and interacting together.
Cultural Diversity
The food we eat, the music we listen to, and
the clothes we wear have all been influenced
by different cultures coming into one country.
Even the language that we speak. What is this?
Cultural Diversity
This is about learning from others who are not the same, about dignity and respect for all and about creating environments that encourage learning from others.
Diversity
It makes a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the tapestry threads are equal in value no matter what color. What is this?
Diversity
“I have a dream that one day will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.” Who said this?
Martin Luther King
