Lesson 4 Flashcards
was derived from a Latin word “colere”, which means to tend to the earth and grow, or cultivation and nurture (Zimmermann, 2017)
It encompasses religion, food, clothes, language, marriage, music, beliefs, behavior, etiquette, and a million other things (De Rossi, 2017)
CULTURE
Involves the formation of shared norms and knowledge with which people associate their individual and collective cultural identities
brings increasing interconnectedness among different populations and cultures.
Cultural Globalization
culture brings people together (leisure, entertainment, information, shared experiences)
Intrinsic benefits
education and lifelong learning
Improved learning and valuable skills
creativity and cultural engagement improve mental and physical health
Better health and well-being
social solidarity, cohesion, social inclusion, community empowerment, civic pride, tolerance
Vibrant Communities
from industrial to ‘creative’ economy
Contribution to job creation
involves broad community engagement
Cultural planning