文档介绍：CULTURE
Definition of Culture:
The values, beliefs, behaviors, and material objects that constitute a people’s way of life
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VALUES
Values are culturally defined standards of desirability, goodness, and beauty that serve as broad guidelines for social living.
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EXAMPLES OF . VALUES
People should work hard.
People should have equality of opportunity.
Progress is good for individuals and society.
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BELIEFS
Beliefs are specific statements that people hold to be true. Beliefs are based on values.
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EXAMPLE OF . BELIEF
Belief from 1st and 2nd values (work hard, equal opportunity) mentioned earlier:
If I work hard, I can improve my situation and my family’s situation in life.
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ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF BELIEF
This example is from the 3rd value (progress) mentioned earlier.
I should look to the present and future more than the past for direction in life.
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BEHAVIOR
This one is very simple… Behavior refers to our actions in life.
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MATERIAL OBJECTS
Another simple characteristic of culture… Material objects refer to the physical parts of our life such as computers, clothes, and food.
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REMINDER OF THE DEFINITION
Culture is defined as the values, beliefs, behaviors, and material objects that constitute a people’s way of life.
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CULTURE, SOCIETY, NATION
How do these three concepts compare to one another?
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