1.3 Individualism vs.

Collectivism

Individualism vs. Collectivism

Do Now: Describe your culture in your own words.

Nothing is coming to mind and its too much to explain

1. Read both of the articles below on Individualist cultures and Collectivist cultures
2. Define Culture
3. Type on the chart below some of the differences you learned from the article between
the two.
4. Create a position essay using the information you collected from the articles.
Article 1
Article 2

Define Culture:
the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other
social group.

Individualist Culture Collectivist Culture

Stresses the importance of the community Focuses on the rights and concerns of each
person

Unity and selflessness/altruism Independence and personal identity

Sacrifice their happiness for greater good Their own well-being and goals carry greater
weight