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====== Assimilation ======
 
====== Assimilation ======
  
In sociological and [[Cultural Studies|cultural studies]], assimilation describes the process whereby a subordinate group or [[culture]] forsakes its own customs, [[values]] and identity to become part of the dominant culture. France, for instance, supports a model of assimilation which is very similar to the American “melting pot” theory. Immigrants are expected to subscribe to the political values of French society in order to become part of a harmonious whole. This is very different to what you will find in Britain, where different cultural groups exist alongside each other and continue to retain their individual identities and customs.
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In sociological and cultural studies, assimilation describes the process whereby a subordinate group or culture forsakes its own customs, values and identity to become part of the dominant culture. France, for instance, supports a model of assimilation which is very similar to the American “melting pot” theory. Immigrants are expected to subscribe to the political values of French society in order to become part of a harmonious whole. This is very different to what you will find in Britain, where different cultural groups exist alongside each other and continue to retain their individual identities and customs.
  
 
[[Category:The Cultural Diplomacy Dictionary]]
 
[[Category:The Cultural Diplomacy Dictionary]]
 
== External Links and References ==
 
 
*[http://ilo-mirror.library.cornell.edu/public/english/bureau/inst/download/1parekh.pdf Unity and Diversity in Cultural Studies]
 
 
*[http://www.migrationpolicy.org/article/assimilation-models-old-and-new-explaining-long-term-process/ Assimiliation Models Old and New - Migration Policy Institute]
 

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