Similarities and Differences of Primary Education between China and the United States from the Perspective of Cross-cultural Communication–Based on Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions Theory

Primary education plays a decisive role in national education and the cultivation of national talents.There are obvious differences in the practice of primary education between China and the United States.In addition to economic and political differences, cultural differences are important reasons for the diversity.As the trend of globalization and internationalization of education in the 21st century is deepening, international exchanges and cooperation in the field of education are becoming more and more frequent.At the same time, the COVID-19 epidemic brings more challenges to education.This paper will use secondary analysis and qualitative analysis, based on Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Theory to analyze the differences between China and the United States in the field of basic education.The reasons behind the differences will also be explored.As global develops rapidly, the education policy suitable for the times must keep up with the pace of national development.The differences in basic education between China and the United States will bring us new ideas for the reform of basic education in China.In reform and innovation, it is expected that education can bring Chinese people more vitality, and a better future.