I have had the privilege of working with numerous individuals critical to the shape of culture and arts festivals in. Singapore today. In a way I have been
tively Singaporean meaning as was indicated by the widespread use of such terms as "Asian traditions" and "cultural ballast." The meaning of these concepts
resulting in a disintegration of cultural traditions. This is especially true in Singapore where this transition has taken place in a highly compressed
8 June 2005 Cultural traditions had positive and negative effect on knowledge sharing practices in the multi-ethnic and diverse society of Singapore.
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of cultural diversity and of culture's contribution In her history course a student learns about industrialisation and economic growth in.
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Chinese culture and tradition mainly influenced their thinking although many of them acquired. Singapore citizenship and absorbed local cultures. (Sheh
THE SINGAPORE EXPERIENCE Cultural Development in the Global Village Ko h Tai Ann Having achieved economic take-off as one of the newly industrialized countries (NICs) with the highest income per capita and highest growth in real Gross National Product (GNP) in the region Singapore has been turning its attention increasingly to "cultural
This book provides a fresh approach to Singapore English by focusing on its culturalconnotations The author a native Singaporean explores a range of aspects of this richvariety of English–including address forms cultural categories particles and interjections–and links particular words to particular cultural norms
You will gain an understanding of a number of key areas including: 1. Language 2. Religion and beliefs 3. Culture and society 4. Social etiquette and manners 5. Business culture and etiquette
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Singapore has attempted to promote a national identity in its land of immigrants since its independence in 1965. As part of this effort, Singapore has four national languages: Mandarin, Malay, Tamil and English. For business and politics, English is the language of choice. The famous Merlion overlooks Singapore's iconic Marina Bay Sands. Photo by J...
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Singapore today runs rich with cultural practices and traditions brought over by its forefathers from across the region, including China, India and the Malay Archipelago. These traditions have since taken on new forms, adapting through the hands of a new generation of cultural custodians to stay relevant in the modern world.
Some popular Singaporean customs and traditions are: While meeting a Singaporean formally or informally, make sure to shake hands firmly with all, even when departing. A slight bow while shaking hands is considered respectful. Take off the shoes before entering anyone's house. Also, remember to take them off before visiting any temple or mosque.
To preserve the Singapore cultural identity, some traditional businesses and, multi-generational family businesses such as confectionaries for example, have rebranded themselves and updated their packaging designs in an effort to appeal to the more social media-savvy generation.
Many aspects of Singaporean culture can be explained by Confucian concepts, such as the efficient nature of its society. While not all Singaporeans are ethnically Chinese, the Confucian logic of obedience, responsibility, moderation and adherence to work ethic affects many aspects of Singaporean behaviour and attitudes about virtue.