Culture
By: Mieka Schmitz
Values
Values determine what is good and/or right. Values can be influenced by culture.
Norms
Norms determine what is appropriate behavior. Culture influences norms.
America
Two different cultural norms in America: children playing outside and their clothing.
India
Indian women dress in traditional clothing that covers their bodies from head to toe.
Costa Rica
In Costa Rica, the phrase "Pura Vida" is an everyday saying that can be used as "hello, goodbye, how are you, ect."
American Values
American values consist of:
- achievement & success
- efficiency & practicality
- equality
- democracy
- group superiority