IB Psychology Topic 2.3.4 Cultural Dimensions Revision Notes (SL/HL)

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Cultural Dimensions

Definition

Cultural Dimensions

Measurable scales, originally developed by Geert Hofstede, along which whole societies vary in values, beliefs, and behaviour, allowing systematic comparison across cultures.

Analogy

Think of cultural dimensions as the settings on a computer, each culture has its own unique configuration that shapes how people interact, make decisions, and view the world.

Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions

Hofstede initially identified four key dimensions, later expanding to six. For IB Psychology, we focus on three:
1. Individualism vs. Collectivism
2. Uncertainty Avoidance
3. Power Distance

Individualism vs. Collectivism

Individualism emphasizes personal autonomy, self-reliance, and individual achievements.
Collectivism prioritizes group harmony, family ties, and collective well-being.

Example

In individualistic cultures (e.g., the United States), people are encouraged to express their opinions and pursue personal goals.
In collectivist cultures (e.g., Japan), individuals often prioritize group consensus and avoid behaviors that might disrupt harmony.

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Cultural Dimensions

Definition

Cultural Dimensions

Measurable scales, originally developed by Geert Hofstede, along which whole societies vary in values, beliefs, and behaviour, allowing systematic comparison across cultures.

Analogy

Think of cultural dimensions as the settings on a computer, each culture has its own unique configuration that shapes how people interact, make decisions, and view the world.

Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions

Hofstede initially identified four key dimensions, later expanding to six. For IB Psychology, we focus on three:
1. Individualism vs. Collectivism
2. Uncertainty Avoidance
3. Power Distance

Individualism vs. Collectivism

Individualism emphasizes personal autonomy, self-reliance, and individual achievements.
Collectivism prioritizes group harmony, family ties, and collective well-being.

Example

In individualistic cultures (e.g., the United States), people are encouraged to express their opinions and pursue personal goals.
In collectivist cultures (e.g., Japan), individuals often prioritize group consensus and avoid behaviors that might disrupt harmony.

Definition

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1. Concepts6 subtopics

2. Content4 subtopics

3. Contexts4 subtopics

4. Extensions (HL only)4 subtopics

IB Psychology 2.3.4 Cultural Dimensions Notes

1. Concepts6 subtopics

2. Content4 subtopics

3. Contexts4 subtopics

4. Extensions (HL only)4 subtopics

Cultural Dimensions

Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions

Individualism vs. Collectivism

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Cultural Dimensions

Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions

Individualism vs. Collectivism

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