Learners understand that people’s beliefs shape their cultural practices, ideas and symbols, as time passes. They know that there are degrees of cohesion and diversity amongst cultural groups; these give people a sense of community. Groups vary in the traditional and non-traditional aspects of their cultures. People derive their identities from the characteristics of the culture. Relationships among groups and amongst individuals are also influenced by culture.
Learners value the roles, rights and responsibilities of individuals, families and groups and understand that these values are based on beliefs and traditions that are passed on to succeeding generations through social organisation. Learners express their beliefs and traditions in diverse forms. There are common characteristics among all people.
They learn to reflect on their cultural traditions and beliefs in various ways – some unique, others shared. Learners value the traditions, histories, languages of all cultural groups, both in Solomon Islands and beyond.