Development Overview and Levels

Study Notes

Development encompasses standards of living and quality of life, influencing economic, social, and technological progress.
Quality of life involves health, income, education, employment, and environmental conditions.
Standard of living refers to the availability of goods, services, and comfort based on income.

Undeveloped Area
- Infrastructure features dirt roads and basic huts, limited electrical access, and no formal sanitation systems.
- Economy relies on small-scale and subsistence farming, with informal markets predominating.
- Society shows low literacy rates and limited access to education and healthcare, reflecting high poverty levels.
Developing Area
- Infrastructure includes paved roads, basic brick or concrete homes, and partial electricity access.
- Economy is a mix of agriculture and emerging industries, supporting small businesses and markets.
- Society experiences improvements in education and healthcare accessibility, with a growing middle class and increasing literacy rates.
Developed Area
- Infrastructure boasts modern roads, skyscrapers, advanced public transport, and extensive electricity and internet access.
- Economy is diversified, featuring advanced industries and a robust services sector.
- Society enjoys high living standards, widespread education and healthcare access, low poverty rates, and high literacy and life expectancy.

Over 8 billion people live worldwide, with significant disparities in development.
About one billion people live in extreme poverty, earning less than $1.25 daily.
Roughly 22,000 children die each day due to poverty-related causes.
Approximately a quarter of the global population lacks access to electricity, highlighting severe inequality.

Understanding the terms:
- Infrastructure: The physical structures and facilities necessary for functioning (e.g., roads, homes).
- Economy: The system of production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
- Society: The community and cultural dynamics impacting individuals' lives, including education and healthcare.

Effective explanations should include:
- Evidence from relevant information cards.
- Justifications using 'because' for clear reasoning.
- Well-developed answers through elaboration and connectives.

Example: Chose Hannah for highest standard of living due to her access to luxuries like music lessons and travel, indicating better financial stability and opportunities.