Global Media in Society
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What is the most innovative technology that enables global communication today?

  • The Internet (correct)
  • High-definition cable channels
  • Flat-screen digital televisions
  • Satellite radio
  • Which aspect of cultural globalization is influenced by migration?

  • Digital communication
  • Television programming
  • Entertainment preferences
  • Food availability (correct)
  • What effect has technological advancement had on migration patterns?

  • It has only affected economic migrations.
  • It has decreased the number of migrants.
  • It has made migration more challenging.
  • It has intensified globalization and migration. (correct)
  • Which food trend is a consequence of cultural globalization?

    <p>Rise of fast-food giants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has global media greatly impacted according to sociologists?

    <p>Cultural globalization (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form of communication includes all types of print, electronic, and digital means?

    <p>Media (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following has NOT contributed to the rise of cultural globalization?

    <p>Declining trade relations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has cultural globalization affected eating habits worldwide?

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    What does RCEP stand for?

    <p>Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries is NOT a member of RCEP?

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    What is the main focus of regionalization?

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    Which of the following is a benefit of RCEP for smaller companies?

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    How does RCEP encourage trade among member countries?

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    Which of the following best describes regionalism?

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    What impact does globalization have on multinational companies?

    <p>Creating a more interconnected and interdependent world (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of regional integration?

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    What term is defined as development that meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations?

    <p>Sustainable Development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What movement sought to protect land from over-exploitation in the late 19th century?

    <p>Environmental Conservation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which report is known for formally defining sustainable development in 1987?

    <p>Brundtland Report (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical period is associated with rapid industrialization and environmental degradation in the 18th and 19th centuries?

    <p>The Industrial Revolution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a prominent environmental concern highlighted prior to the 20th century?

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    What characterizes the Pre-Industrial Society stage in demographic transition?

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    Which statement best explains international migration?

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    Which event marked a pivotal moment for global environmental agreements in the 1990s?

    <p>Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were notable figures advocating for environmental protection in the late 19th century?

    <p>John Muir and Henry David Thoreau (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential negative consequence of migration for host countries?

    <p>Competition with local workforce for jobs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What negative consequence results from food insecurity?

    <p>Malnutrition and Economic Instability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do remittances play in global migration?

    <p>They are payments sent by migrants to their families back home. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of increased population from migration on host countries?

    <p>Pressure on healthcare and education services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to changing demographic patterns in societies?

    <p>Adaptation of modern contraception (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does technological advancement influence demographic transitions?

    <p>It enhances reproductive health options. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of migration involves individuals moving under pressure, often due to conflict or disaster?

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    Which view describes the region primarily as a subject affected by external forces of globalization?

    <p>Externalist view (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterized the economic growth of Japan, Korea, and Taiwan in the 1980s and 1990s?

    <p>Adoption of export-oriented growth policies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following countries is NOT typically included among the Southeast Asian 'tigers' known for rapid growth?

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    What was one of the outcomes of colonialism in Asia beginning in the 1500s?

    <p>Imposition of western economic practices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What similarity is noted between East Asian and Southeast Asian countries?

    <p>Close ties between state and business elite (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these regions was described as having 'high-flying growth' similar to the East Asian 'tigers'?

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    What aspect of the generative view suggests it sees the region as a more active player in globalization?

    <p>Views the region as a springboard for economic growth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which economic order includes the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade?

    <p>Multilateral economic order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major challenge in implementing sustainable development goals (SDGs)?

    <p>Competing national interests and political instability (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What successful model is mentioned as a proactive approach to environmental issues?

    <p>Scandinavian countries’ social welfare models (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which key issue is not listed under sustainable development?

    <p>Immigration Policies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way that social media is influencing global communication?

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    Which technological advancement is noted for its potential benefits towards sustainable development?

    <p>Technological innovations in waste management (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does sustainable development aim to balance?

    <p>Social equity with economic and environmental factors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What future potential is highlighted in the integration of social media?

    <p>Enhanced connectivity and user experiences (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these represents a positive aspect of mobile technology in sustainable development?

    <p>Fostering a constant stream of cultural trends (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Global Media

    All forms of mass communication that reach a global audience.

    Cultural Globalization

    The spread of cultural practices and values around the world.

    Migration & Global Media

    How global media influences where people move and live.

    Role of Global Media in Society

    How global media impacts different aspects of our lives.

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    Technology & Media Evolution

    How advances in technology change how we experience media.

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    Internet & Communication

    How the Internet revolutionized communication and connection globally.

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    Food & Global Media

    Connection between the global spread of food and media's influence.

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    Sports & Global Media

    Global media's impact on sports and their worldwide reach.

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    Globalization

    The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of countries through the free flow of goods, services, people, capital, and ideas.

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    RCEP

    A major trade agreement involving 15 Asia-Pacific countries, including all ASEAN nations, plus China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.

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    Regionalism

    A political process focused on economic policy cooperation and coordination among countries within a specific geographic region.

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    Regionalization

    Integration and cooperation among neighboring countries, often driven by shared economic, cultural, or political concerns.

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    Trade Barriers

    Regulations or policies that make international trade more difficult or expensive.

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    Reduced Tariffs

    Lowering taxes on imported goods, making trade cheaper and stimulating more efficient trade.

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    Multinational Companies

    Companies that operate in multiple countries.

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    Economic Integration

    Increased cooperation and interdependence among countries through trade and other economic activities.

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    Externalist View

    The region is seen as passively influenced by globalization, primarily through colonial rule and Western dominance.

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    Generative View

    The region is viewed as an active participant in globalization, using its potential to become a springboard for further development.

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    Alternative to Globalization

    This view suggests that a region can develop its own unique path to prosperity, potentially challenging dominant global economic systems.

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    Colonialism's Impact

    European colonialism brought significant changes to Asia, including new economic practices, religious beliefs, cultural values, and political structures.

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    Western Dominance

    Advanced Western powers exerted political and economic influence in Asia, often through technological and industrial superiority.

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    Export-Oriented Growth

    Countries like Japan, Korea, and Taiwan adopted economic policies focused on exporting goods, leading to significant economic growth.

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    Southeast Asian 'Tigers'

    Countries like Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam experienced rapid economic growth in the 1980s and 1990s.

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    State & Business Ties

    East Asian and Southeast Asian countries often had close relationships between the government and major businesses, contributing to their economic success.

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    Demographic Transition

    A model describing the changes in birth rates, death rates, and population growth as societies develop

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    Pre-Industrial Society

    A stage in the demographic transition where birth and death rates are high, and population growth is slow.

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    Industrialization

    A stage in the demographic transition where death rates decline due to improvements in healthcare, sanitation, and nutrition. Birth rates remain high, leading to rapid population growth.

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    Mature Industrial Society

    A stage in the demographic transition where birth rates fall due to factors like urbanization, education, and access to contraception. Population growth slows.

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    Post-Industrial Society

    The final stage of the demographic transition where birth and death rates are low, and population growth is stable or even declines.

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    Migration

    The movement of people from one place to another, often across international borders.

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    International Migration

    The movement of people across national borders, typically from one country to another.

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    Remittances

    Money sent by migrants to their families or communities in their home countries.

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    Sustainable Development

    Development that fulfills current needs without jeopardizing future generations' ability to meet their needs.

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    Brundtland Report (1987)

    A landmark report by the World Commission on Environment and Development that formally defined sustainable development.

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    Earth Summit (1992)

    A global conference in Rio de Janeiro where world leaders adopted the Rio Declaration on Environment and Development and created Agenda 21.

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    Agenda 21

    A plan of action created at the Earth Summit in Rio to achieve sustainable development globally.

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    Early Environmental Awareness

    Focused on conservation and protecting natural resources.

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    Industrial Revolution's Impact

    Led to increased resource consumption and widespread environmental degradation (e.g., deforestation, pollution).

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    John Muir and Henry David Thoreau

    Early advocates for nature preservation during the Industrial Revolution.

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    U.S. National Parks System

    Established in the late 19th century to protect land from over-exploitation.

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    Climate Change

    Long-term shifts in global weather patterns caused by human activities, primarily the emission of greenhouse gases.

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    Resource Depletion

    The exhaustion of natural resources like minerals, water, and forests due to overuse and unsustainable practices.

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    Social Inequalities

    Unequal distribution of resources, opportunities, and power among different groups of people, leading to disparities in well-being.

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    Urbanization

    The increasing movement of people from rural areas to cities, leading to growth in urban populations and challenges like housing, infrastructure, and pollution.

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    Social Media & Global Communication

    Social media platforms have made connecting with people worldwide easier, enabling quicker information sharing and promoting cultural exchange.

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    The Future of Social Media

    Social media platforms continue to evolve with new technologies like augmented reality and artificial intelligence, promising enhanced connectivity and immersive experiences.

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    Study Notes

    Global Media in Society

    • Global media encompasses all forms of mass communication reaching worldwide
    • Existing media has evolved from low-resolution black and white TVs to high definition, digital options with numerous channels
    • New delivery models, most notably the internet, have revolutionized communication, enabling wider reach and interaction.
    • Globalization and media have intertwined: media development supported the globalization process.
    • Globalization could not happen without media.
    • Four types of global media: television, newspapers, radio, social media.

    Influence of Global Media on Culture and Society

    • Sociologists argue cultural globalization impacts various spheres, including media.
    • Key aspects of cultural globalization include: migration, food, sports, entertainment.
    • Migration intensified by advancements in travel technology, leading to increased global movement for economic opportunities.
    • Cultural globalization leads to worldwide exposure to diverse cuisine, often reducing the popularity of local foods.
    • International sporting events, such as the World Cup and Olympics, unite people across the globe.
    • Global entertainment industries, including television, promote their shows and films internationally.

    The Impact of Media on Society

    • Media impacts society by enabling access to information and facilitating global connections, fostering economic growth.
    • Media helps in development by exposing people to new ideas and systems, contributing to structural growth.

    Asian Regionalism

    • Region is described as a group of countries geographically located together
    • Asian countries' combined economies contribute significantly to global GDP.
    • Regional cooperation in Asia encompasses economic, political, cultural, and security aspects.
    • Asian regionalism is a response to shared concerns and aims for stability and development.

    Regionalism & Globalization

    • Regionalism is a political structure with economic policy cooperation and coordination between countries
    • Regionalization is regional concentration of flows between countries.
    • Countries form regional organizations for military defense or sharing of resources.
    • Globalization integrates economies, cultures, societies, and political systems worldwide.
    • Globalization involves free flow of goods, services, capital, and ideas across borders.

    Global Migration

    • Global migration is a significant force shaping the world—people moving across borders.
    • International migration specifically involves people moving from one country to another.
    • Different types of migration: permanent, temporary, skilled, business, illegal, refugees, asylum seekers, returned.
    • Pros (host countries) include filling job vacancies, economic growth, and maintaining a balanced workforce.
    • Pros (origin countries) include remittances, reduced unemployment, and skills gained overseas.
    • Cons (host countries) may include competition with the local workforce, potentially lower wages/higher unemployment among the local, increase in social services use.
    • Cons (origin countries) include economic disadvantage, loss of young workers, and potential social impacts.

    Food Security

    • Food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food that meets their dietary needs.
    • Four dimensions of food security: availability, access, utilization, stability.

    Sustainable Development

    • Sustainable development addresses the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
    • Early sustainability efforts focused on preserving natural resources.
    • Growing awareness of environmental impact and economic needs through the 20th Century gave more impetus to development sustainability strategies.
    • Development of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a collection of 17 global goals for economic development based on an international consensus to improve quality of life across the globe.

    Globalization and Social Media

    • Social media platforms have significantly influenced globalization by connecting people and businesses across borders.
    • Platforms facilitate communication, cultural exchange, and collaboration.
    • Social media has helped build global communities and fostered businesses interactions.
    • Concerns regarding privacy, data security, cyberbullying, or echo chambers.
    • Technology has also resulted in a digital divide worldwide, creating inequality, limiting opportunities, and hindering development in some regions.

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    This quiz explores the evolution and impact of global media on culture and society. It covers various forms of mass communication, the relationship between globalization and media, and how cultural globalization influences different spheres. Test your knowledge on the critical role of media in our interconnected world.

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