Individualism_and_collectivism 集体主义与个人主义（课堂PPT）

1、 Collectivism Group Members : Scott Sofia Mike Alan2. When we talk about collectivisim，we must talk about individualism. Collectivisim is related to individualism. Collectivisim and individualism have different performences in Western and Eastern cultures. Contents11 A General Introduction of Indivi

2、dualism and Collectivism12Manifestation of Individualism and Collectivism4 A comprehensive appraisal of Individualism and Collectivism 3Comparison between western Individualism and Chinese Collectivismconclusion5A General Introduction of Individualism and CollectivismCase 1Westerns would pay more at

3、tention to fishes;Easterns would pay more attention to the context.Fish tankCase 2Americans: A + CChinese: B+CA. Chicken B. Hay C. Cattle 1. what is individualism ? Individualism pertains to societies in which the ties between individuals are loose. Everyone is expected to look after himself or hers

4、elf and his or her immediate family.2. what is collectivism ? Collectivism pertains to societies in which people from birth onwards are integrated into strong cohesive in-groups, which throughout peoples lifetime continue to protect them in exchange for unquestioning loyalty.Ranking of Individualism

5、Manifestation of Individualism and CollectivismSelf-reliance4Personal equality3Self-expression5Manifestations of IndividualismPersonal privacy1Personal freedom2Group unity and harmony1Group-orientates4Loyalty , conformity，humility5Group goals2Hierarchy and interdependence3Manifestations of Collectiv

6、ismThe Comparison Between Western individualism and Chinese collectivismWestern idioms and phrases God helps those who help themselves. All men are created equal. Self-made Self-absorption Self-admiration Self-centered Self-fulfillingChinese Idioms and Phrases 先天下之忧而忧，后天下之乐而乐 天下兴亡，匹夫有责 精忠报国，死而无憾 循规蹈

7、矩 克己守道 三纲五常 贵有自知之明 人言可畏（死要面子）Different Opinions on FamilyDifferent Opinions on Thinking patternDifferent Opinions on behavior patternDifferent Opinions on interpersonal communication.19In terms of thinking pattern Individualism and collectivisim lead to different thinking patterns between westerns a

8、nd Chinese. For example, when donating, Chinese people consider it as a very glorious event because they think they make a contribution to the poor and country. While when westerns encounter the same situation,they will make a decision according to their facts. They will do if they have enough money

9、,which they recon is benefical for themselves. .20In terms of behavior pattern Different values cause different actions between Chinese and westerns. When getting into troubles, Chinese people always ovey the saying look before you leap. However westerns can make a quick decision independently that

10、is always offensive.21In terms of interpersonal communication. For foreigners deal with official business involving personal emotions. Every one is equal is their principle. However Chinese people are striving for guanxi and mianzi at any moment. In Chinese culture, harmony is the first. A comprehen

11、sive appraisal of Individualism and CollectivismAdvantagesPolitics Democracy in AmericaEconomy The thriving economicCulture Personal HeroismSocial life Personal desire comes firstExcessive disparities in wealthThe existence of racial discriminationOther social problemsDrug,Crime,Violence,Homosexuali

12、tyDisadvantagesIndividualismAdvantagesCommunity spirit CooperateEconomy The thriving economicCulture Collective heroismSocial life One makes comtributions to group Not everyone has the team spiritHierarchy and personal inequality Leaders use public power for private gainSelfish in human natureTry to lazy and reduce payment as principleDisadvantagesCollectivism25.conclusion Individualism and collectivism are just differentcultural values between China and western countries. We can not judge whether the two values are good or not briefly. No matter the individualism o