Culture in Different Societies

Culture in Different Societies

I prefer to live in a multicultural society because of its numerous benefits. Exposure to different cultures, customs, and beliefs can broaden one’s perspective, increase empathy and understanding toward others, and foster a sense of community (Cacciattolo & Aronson, 2023). One benefit of living in a multicultural society is the richness of food options. With diverse communities come various cuisines and flavors, allowing individuals to explore and appreciate different culinary traditions. This can enhance one’s dining experience and promote cultural exchange through food.

Dominant cultures can influence the values, attitudes, and behaviors of co-cultures through various means, such as media, education, and social norms. For instance, the dominant culture in society may strongly influence the media, which can shape public opinion and reinforce specific values and attitudes. This can result in the marginalization of co-cultures or the promotion of stereotypes and biases.

The American home is evolving and adapting to society’s changing needs and values. In the next twenty years, we can expect significant changes in American homes’ design and function and how families interact within them. One of the most significant changes is a greater emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency. With rising concerns about climate change and energy consumption, we may see homes with more eco-friendly technologies, such as solar panels, green roofs, and rainwater harvesting systems (Elaouzy & El Fadar, 2023). Families may also place a greater emphasis on reducing waste and adopting environmentally conscious habits.

One custom that may look strange to the next generation is the traditional concept of the “formal” living room. Having a separate, seldom-used space for entertaining guests may seem outdated (Börjesson & Torgé, 2021). Instead, we may see a shift towards more multi-functional spaces that can accommodate a variety of activities and gatherings. Another custom that may change is using single-use plastics and other environmentally harmful materials in home products. As environmental concerns continue to grow, we may see more sustainable and eco-friendly materials used in home construction and furnishings.

References

Börjesson, U., & Torgé, C. J. (2021). “They say this is a home”: the challenge of “home” in residential care settings for old and young. Journal of Housing and the Built Environment, 37(3), 1093–1108. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10901-021-09877-2

Cacciattolo, M., & Aronson, G. (2023). The Role of International Study Tours in Cultivating Ethnocultural Empathy: Preservice Teacher Standpoints. Sustainable Development Goals Series, 261–275. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5008-7_18

Elaouzy, Y., & El Fadar, A. (2023). Investigation of building-integrated photovoltaic, photovoltaic thermal, ground source heat pump, and green roof systems. Energy Conversion and Management, 283, 116926.   https://doi.org/10.1016/

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Week 4 Discussion: Culture in Different Societies
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Step 1: Answer the following prompts:

Some countries around the world have populations where most citizens subscribe to the same culture (monoculture) and some have citizens from varied cultures. Would you prefer to live in a monoculture or a multi-cultural society? Why? Give at least one example of a benefit of your choice.

Based on your own experiences, discuss the various ways in which a dominant culture influences a population and can influence the values, attitudes, and behavior of co-cultures. Please give at least one example.
Cultural practices are not stagnant but instead do shift over time. Imagine how the American home might change in the next twenty years and how those changes might affect the families who reside in them. Which of the customs we follow today do you think will look strange to the next generation?
Step 2: Read other students’ posts and respond to at least two of them by Friday at 11:59 pm MT.

Use your personal experience, if it’s relevant, to support or debate other students’ posts. If differences of opinion occur, debate the issues professionally and provide examples to support opinions.

Cite any sources in APA format.