Chapters 17-19 Team 6
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Chapters 17-19 Team 6JJ GonzalesBryce ThompsonCory GrantJordan JonesGarrett ChapmanZack PeckoverAlex Brashier Ryan HughesRyan Schwab
Britain
-Constitution
-Flag
-Critical Changes
Three Models of Britain
-Invisible Glue Concept
-Nation Divided Along Three Class Lines
-The Bleakest
The Traditional House
-Understanding The Traditional British House
Identifying Britain
-Different Names for Britain
-Irish Republic and Northern Ireland
The Years of Empire
-Empire Building
-Leaving Their Mark
-Immigration
Economic Divisions
Social Structure
-Key Identifying Markers of Class:-Occupation, address, accent, and income
-Divided economically into two parts-South-North
Britain's resistance to the EU
-Member of the EU but don't use the Euro
-Fear of lost identity
-Victims of own mistakes
Growing Up British
-Children brought up to behave-High emphasis on manners
-Respect and Desire for Privacy-"We like to keep ourselves to ourselves"
-Britain is crowded- space must be used efficiently -Prefer houses to apartments
Growing Up British Cont.
-Emotional outbursts seen as evidence of an unstable personality
-The British cup of tea
-Many problems are solved over a nice cup of tea-"Stiff upper lip"
Privacy and Pubs
--Private space inside the house is cherished-Most Brits are friendly and gracious hosts
-British pubs in nearly every town-Majority of socializing takes place-Substitute for a living room
-Types of beer-Ale, stout, lager, and bitter
The Class Structure
-Wide range of living standards from poor to rich-Working class, middle class, elite upper class
-Born into social class; difficult to move from one to another
-Recent change in income equality-1979: wealthiest 20% earned 43% of all income-1996: wealthiest 20% earned 50% of all income
Language and Education
-British can easily identify region & class from accent
-Number of university graduates has increased
-Still extremely difficult to get into top-rated universities
-Americans correlate social standing with University
-British correlate with University and secondary school
Overview: The British House
-You will not only find the oh-so-proper lady having an afternoon tea but you will find goths, grunges, emos, and a wide variety of all musical, clothing, and lifestyle preferences
-It is considered the utmost luxury to have a house in the country. -Many yearn for this
-Wet weather-Greenest land in the world-Golf-British generally like to walk-Not called a yard (which signifies a dusty patch like a school yard) but in gardens which signifies flowers of grass
Sports and Leisure
- British follow the pattern set by their ancestors when it comes to fair play.
-Draws (ties) are quite acceptable (which is rare in the US)
-Invented many of the sports the world plays today:-Football (soccer) working class sport -Scarves- worn with pride by teams, public schools, clubs, and universities-Cricket- tends to be upper middle class sport-Golf -Tennis -Badminton -Rugby -Baseball which game from the british game of rounders
Celebration and Ceremony
-Love for Humor
-Celebrations are widespread-7000 fairs annually -Yearly festival celebrating the day of the patron saint to whom its -parish church is dedicated-Founders day -Guy Fawkes Day- November 5th and is dedicated to the fate of traitor who tried to blow up parliament -Penny for the guy, poke him in the eye, stick him in the fire and watch him die.
Fashionably Late
-Usually interpreted as being 10-20 minutes late -In both social and business situations one should be right on time or several minutes late, but never early. -2/3 admit to being regularly late
-Common culture separated by language-How do you do?-Have a nice day-It gets dark in the evening doesnt it?
-Exact facts and figures are often avoided -Tends to be more or less-Not in terms of how much more or less-Us prefer precise figures and rankings
Work Habits
-Prefer rules that are spelled out or stated in exacting details -Will obey any rules spelled out where as many countries may not obey depending on circumstances -Shy away from having to many rules or laws because the tend to obey them strictly -Favor well defined job descriptions, roles, and functions
- Strong sense of doing what is right -Written instructions and legal signs are an indication of what is right
-Prefer to work for other people rather than for themselves -Only about 10% are self employed
Work Habits Cont.
- Twice as many British as US managers felt that hierarchical structures exist so that everyone knows who has authority over whom.
-Uncomfortable and unwilling to take a stand unless they know the majority will support them
-Meetings-Everyday part of a British workday-Joint decisions
- Women make up 50% of the workforces-Low maternity benefits and little child care support-Paid less and willing to work part time -Only 20% of the information technology workforce is female
Royals
-No one draws more respect than the Queen-Notions of history, tradition, civility national pride -Before no taxes were paid -1992 the royal family started paying taxes regularly -Narrowed the gap between the royal family and everyday citizens
-The royal Family is still a big part of the British culture -1/3 of the British population still dream to meet her
Malaysia
- Three major cultural groupsMalays 60%Indian 8%Chinese 25%
Balik Kampung
Loosely translated means to go back to ones hometown
-Has 3 main characteristics1. Returning to nearby roots2. Authority ranking3. Reinforcing basic values and behaviors
Returning to nearby roots
-People leave the city for small villages for their cultures holidays.
-Reflects attachment Malaysians have to their origins and families
Authority ranking
-Malaysians are very conscious and sensitive to status and position
-Age is a major factor in authority ranking
Reinforcing Common Values
-Family-Focused Collectivism-Gotong royong- sharing labor resources
-Weddings and Funerals
-Chinese pok chow- gang contracting
-Collectivists mindset still exists in all three groups
-Malaysians hold entire group responsible
-Maruah, Thanmanam, face
-Used to preserve dignity and group harmony
-Not only preserve face, but give face
-The balik kampung provides important venue
Harmony and Face
Avoiding Confrontation
-Raised voices, shouting, swearing are inexcusable
-Avoid the word no
-Use third parties to avoid embarrassment
-Convey meaning using proverbs and idiomatic expressions
Religious Values
-Prayer
-Gift giving-Hutang budi-Customs and culture
Coming Together
-Common values and behaviors still separate between Malays, Chinese, and Indians
-Malaysian identities forming as a wholeRituals, employment
-Language and Religious freedom
The Nigerian Marketplace
-Ruled by Britain until 1960 and home to worlds oldest known cultures, the Noks
-Listed as one of the most corrupt nations in the world
-Population 127 Million makes up nearly 25% of African population
-GDP per person ~$570 per year-$570 is about 12% South Africas annual GDP-One of lowest on World Banks Human Development Index
The Nigerian Marketplace Ctd.
-Nigerians, along with South Africans have a low life expectancy-About 44 years compared to 75 years in most developed nations
-Most of Nigerias revenue comes from oil production-Leads to fluctuations in economy due to differing demand- Over the next few years can expect high trade surplus because of high oil prices
Nigerian Diversity
-Home to virtually every commodity-Commodities in plentiful supply include:-Fish-Vegetables-Household goods-Sellers in these areas often form market associations-Marketplace also offers services such as:-Transportation-Secretarial services
Nigerian Diversity Ctd.
-Country about the size of Texas and New Mexico combined
-Nearly 300 ethnic and subethnic groups with as many languages and dialects-South Africa has many ethnic groups as well, making it the 2nd most diverse African country
-Each group has clearly defined geographical areas
-Facial markings used to distinguish between groups, but now names and attire are more reliable indications
Nigerian Social Structure
-Four of the 300 ethnic groups make up nearly 70% Nigerian population
-Government intervention has led to establishment of English as official language of government and commerce
-Interethnic distrust is major reason democracy has repeatedly failed since gaining independence
International Comparisons
-Nigerians are renowned for their strong sense of national honor and self-worth
-Actively attempt to emulate Western economic and social development
-Easily take offense at real or perceived condescension from Western Expatriates
-Rank high on power distance, institutionalism, and in-group collectivism
-Medium ranking of gender egalitarianism
-Classified in same band as China, Germany, and the United States
International Comparisons Ctd.
-Also score relatively high on risk aversion, preferring to deal with people and situations with which they are familiar
-Nigerian society is heavily patriarchichal-Two dominant religions proclaim male superiority-Research states that this (among other factors) has led to the fastest rate of HIV/AIDS in West Africa-Women make up 60% of infected-Many do not seek medical help due to sexuality taboos-Nigerian social dynamism
-Nigerian markets
-Doing everything loud
Nigerian Social Dynamism
-Nigeria and OPEC
-Gap between rich and poor
-Government staying out of economy
Nigerian Oil Based Economy
-Modeled after the U.S.
-Primary, secondary and post secondary education
-Rich 10 percent send their kids to other countries for college
Nigerian Education System
-Soccer, boxing and wrestling
-Story telling
-Holidays
Nigerian Leisure Activities
-Nigerian Power and Influence -Church and Family -Language Evolution -Seniority Rules -Work Attitudes -Womens Role-Perspective on time -Religious Conflict
Balancing Tradition and Change
-Traditionally -Local Kings and Chiefs -When a ruler dies people campaign for the throne -Modern Times-Nigerians who have a higher education level are favored
Power and Influence
-Fulani -Islam sect under Usman Dan Fodio -This started a Jihad but was stopped by the British and Christian influence. -Major religions-Muslim 47%-Christian 38%-Other 15%
Church and Family
-Traditionally 300 languages were spoke
-Now 3 main languages are spoken by over 65% of the population. -Hausa-Yoruba -Ibo
Language
-Much Like western tendencies
-Family life is greatly hierarchical-To address a superior say their first name followed by a respectful term. For example brother is buroda.
-While Professional life has to do with the rank in the company.
Seniority Rules
-Top-Works Hard-Bottom-Puts in as little work as possible -Lack of faith in the system -Ex: Seniority gets advanced before skill-Men wield most of the power
Work Attitudes
-Mainly retail
-Although men yeild most of the power women are starting to gain ground.
Womens role
-Many people believe Nigerians are not time oriented.
-Although they are time oriented when it matters
-The misconception comes from the slow pace of life in rural communities.
Perspective on Time
-Biggest problem in the balance of old and new.-North is Muslim-South is Christian -The Sharia or strict Islamic law doesnt involve Christians. -In 2000 over 2,000 people died over Religious Conflict in Kaduna.
Religious Conflict