Individualism v. Collectivism

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Updated: 2024.05.27

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Individualism v. Collectivism

개인주의 대 집단주의

Articles

What Is a Collectivist Culture?

Videos

Individualism: Is it a good or bad thing? | A-Z of ISMs Episode 9 - BBC Ideas Collectivism and Individualism

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

Which do you think is more important, individual freedom or community cooperation? Why?

개인의 자유와 커뮤니티의 협력 중 어느 것이 더 중요하다고 생각하시나요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?

Which cultural values do you think are more important: self-promotion and independence or selflessness and cooperation? Why?

자기 계발과 독립, 이타심과 협력 중 어떤 문화적 가치가 더 중요하다고 생각하시나요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?

Can you think of any examples from real life where individualism and collectivism clash? How did it impact the people involved?

실생활에서 개인주의와 집단주의가 충돌한 사례를 생각해 볼 수 있나요? 그것이 관련된 사람들에게 어떤 영향을 미쳤나요?

In your opinion, should governments have a minimal role in people’s lives, or should they be more involved? Why?

여러분은 정부가 사람들의 삶에서 최소한의 역할만 해야 한다고 생각하시나요, 아니면 더 많이 관여해야 한다고 생각하시나요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?

How does the importance placed on the family unit affect collectivist cultures? Can you think of any advantages or disadvantages?

가족 단위의 중요성이 집단주의 문화에 어떤 영향을 미쳤나요? 장점이나 단점을 생각해 볼 수 있나요?

In what ways do you think individualism and collectivism shape a person's identity and sense of belonging?

개인주의와 집단주의는 어떤 방식으로 개인의 정체성과 소속감을 형성한다고 생각하시나요?

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

dichotomy

a division or contrast between two things that are represented as being entirely different

Ví dụ

The dichotomy between good and evil is a common theme in literature.

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The dichotomy between tradition and progress is a recurring theme in the country's cultural discourse.

interference

the act of interfering or meddling in someone else's affairs or activities

Ví dụ

The coach was penalized for interference during the game.

Ví dụ

The interference from his parents affected his decision-making process.

generosity

the quality of being kind, giving, and willing to help others

Ví dụ

She is known for her generosity and always goes out of her way to help those in need.

Ví dụ

The millionaire's generosity was praised as he donated a large sum of money to charity.

materialize

become actual or real; to take physical form or come into existence.

Ví dụ

Their dreams of owning a house finally materialized when they won the lottery.

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The plan to build a new shopping mall did not materialize due to financial difficulties.

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