AMERICAN VALUES

Group1: Le Thu Giang

Lam Thu Ha
Duong Thi Thu Lan
Nguyen Thi Loc

Individualism

II
II
I

Equality

Time & Time management

INDIVIDUALISM

1- Definition of Individualism
2- Origin of Individualism
3- Features of Individualism

1,DEFINITION
Each individual is seen as completely
and marvelously unique, that is, totally
different from all other individuals and,
therefore, particularly precious and
wonderful

2- ORIGIN OF INDIVIDUALISM
The individualism that has been developed
in the Western world since the
Renaissance, beginning in the late 15th
century, has taken its most exaggerated
form in 20th century United States.

3,FEATURES OF INDIVIDUALISM
IN AMERICA

Americans resist being thought of as

representatives of a homogeneous group,
whatever group.

In a group , they believe they theyre just a

little different, just a little unique, just a
little special, from others members of the
same group.

IN VIETNAM

A Community spirit:

+ is in the family and clan.

+ is also appreciated among neighbours
living in and around the village.
+is related to trade.

Some communities are formed on the

basis of age.

IN AMERICA

IN VIETNAM

HOW AMERICANS SEE THEMSELVES.

Americans see themselves as individuals who are

different from all other individuals.
They estimate individualism.

HOW AMERICANS SEE THEMSELVES.

-Americans require people around them to respect what
belongs to personal issues.
- When talking, Americans dont hesitate to praise
themselves, which shows their confidence.

HOW AMERICANS SEE THEMSELVES.

Because they think they are responsible as individuals for

having chosen their basic values and their way of life,
many Americans resent generalizations others make
about them.

HOW AMERICANS SEE THEMSELVES

-Americans generally believe that theirs is a superior
country, probably the greatest country in the world.
-Americans generally believe their countrys free enterprise economic system has enabled them to enjoy one
of the highest standards of living in the history of the
world.

HOW AMERICANS SEE FOREIGNERS

It cannot be surprising that they often consider other

countries tobe inferior.

HOW VIETNAMESE SEE THEMSELVES

Vietnamese estimate the integration with

surroundings.
They live with the community, usually love and
support each other.

HOW VIETNAMESE SEE

FOREIGNERS
When talking, they are modest and look up
to others.

RESPONSIBILITY
Americans

Thanks to individuals, their responsibility is very high.

When they lead a country, community, agencies,
associations which are failed, they take
responsibility and dont blame for anyone.

Vietnamese

Living in a community, Vietnamese

usually blame for their situation when
they failed.

Equality

THE IDEA OF EQUALITY IN

AMERICA
On a religious basis
TheUS Declaration of
Independence states:
all men are created equal
No one is born superior to
anyone else

Equality in America has traditionally meant equality

of opportunity:
Everyone has an equal chance for success,
regardless of wealth family, race or religion
*NOT: Everyone is-or should be-equal

Fair play is an important aspect

A price for the equality of opportunity:

competition

If life is a race, a person must run

the race to succeed

THE IMPORTANCE OF EQUALITY IN

AMERICAN SOCIETY
It is considered fundamental to the American spirit
It is an important civic and social goal
It shapes Americans attitudes and behaviors:
*All people are treated equally
There are not status differences in society,
between superior and inferior

Ex1:
At university, instructors often ask their students to call
them by their first name, and even feel uncomfortable if
they are called by the title Professor, Dr., Mr., or
Mrs.

Ex2:
In the workplace, co-workers treat each other with
politeness and respect, regardless of their status.
Good
morning!

Good
morning!

Boss & secretary

* All people, even service people are treated with respect:

Ex:
When dinning out, Americans treat waiters as equal to
themselves
-> They request: Could I have some water?
Not say: I want some water

The American value of equality in sayings:

One man, one vote.

Line up, and wait your turn.
First come, first served.

IN COMPARISON WITH VIETNAM

American

Vietnam

There is little hierarchy in society The social hierarchy is important,

especially within family
Ex:
Americans can greet anyone in
A Vietnamese greets an older
the family first
person first then the younger
ones
It is impolite to ask Americans
about age

Vietnamese society has hierarchy

based on age => it is normal to
ask people about age

No priority to older people, older

people do not have much honor
and respect

Older people are greatly

respected
Rank and status and authority
are seen as much more desirable
considerations

TIME
TIME
MANAGEMENT

HOW IS THE TIME IMPORTANT TO AMERICAN ?

Time

is money
Time is a "resource," like water or coal,
which can be used well or poorly.

QUOTES ABOUT TIME

Time is valuable-achievement of goals depend on

the productive use of time.

PUNCTUALITY- WHAT IS IT ?

Punctuality is the characteristic of

being able to complete a required
task or fulfill an obligation before or
at a previously designated time.
meeting friends
paying debts
keeping promises
retiring at night and rising in the
morning
going to the lecture, etc.

Time is sacred in the

U.S., being late is very
RUDE.

When Washingtons secretary arrived

late to a meeting, and blamed his
watch for his tardiness, he quietly
replied, Then you must get
another watch, or I another
secretary.

When he told Congress that hed meet

with them at noon, he could almost
always be found striding into the
chamber just as the clock was striking
twelve.

GEORGE WASHINGTO

ctuality in some other cont

SOUTH KOREA
A lot of value in punctuality
One of the most important etiquette
Being late as sign of disrespect

MALAYSIA
Five minutes late usually means an hour
Being late is an accepted norm that
does not require an apologise

CHINA
Within 10 minutes of the agreed time?
Not considered being late.

JAPAN
Punctuality is very an important part Japanese
etiquette
If a train arrives one-minute later than scheduled?
Japanese railway companies will announce
their apologies over the PA

INDIA

A laissez-faire attitude towards punctuality

Punctuality is not seen as a virtue.

VIETNAM
Punctuality is not
considered as an
important matter?

The
Vietnamese
value
punctuality?

Questions

To American, time is........

A. Gold
B. Diamond
C. Life
D. Money
MONEY

Give 3 tips to manage time from the

video
1. write things down
(help u to remember)
2. use the weekly planner (to-do-list)
3. submit work before deadline
4. be punctual
5. build healthy habits
(take breaks, do exercise, eat healthy,
get enough sleep)
6. limit your time on social media

The idea of equality in America is stated in:

A.The Declaration of Rights (1765)
B.The Declaration of Independence (1776)
C.The Articles of Confederation (1778)
D.The Confederate Constitution (1861)
The Declaration of Independence (1776)

True or False?
In secular terms, the concept
equality means the opportunity of
outcome

False

True or False?
In America, managers and university
instructors are often addressed by their
first name or given name.

True

What kind of family is popular in

America?
Nuclear family

Americans generally believe that

theirs is a ..country in the
world
Superior/ greatest

Thanks to individuals, their . is

very high
Responsibility