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Which factor primarily facilitates the transformation of interconnected countries into a unified global village?
Which factor primarily facilitates the transformation of interconnected countries into a unified global village?
- Increased migration patterns leading to diverse populations.
- The rise of social and cultural liberalization movements.
- Advancements in education that promote cultural exchange.
- Developments in science and technology enabling greater interconnectedness. (correct)
How does cultural liberation through education primarily contribute to globalization?
How does cultural liberation through education primarily contribute to globalization?
- By dictating specific cultural norms worldwide.
- By paving the way for increased interaction and integration of people from different locations. (correct)
- By enforcing a uniform global curriculum.
- By promoting isolationism and cultural preservation.
What is the most accurate definition of 'globalization'?
What is the most accurate definition of 'globalization'?
- The process of isolating national economies.
- A term referring to the diminishing importance of international relations.
- A movement focused on preserving cultural uniqueness within nations.
- The creation of an international network of economic systems. (correct)
How do 'push factors' influence migration patterns in the context of globalization?
How do 'push factors' influence migration patterns in the context of globalization?
In the context of globalization, what role does social and cultural liberalization play?
In the context of globalization, what role does social and cultural liberalization play?
What is the primary significance of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) in globalization?
What is the primary significance of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) in globalization?
How does multi-level governance relate to political globalization?
How does multi-level governance relate to political globalization?
Which of the following exemplifies cultural globalization?
Which of the following exemplifies cultural globalization?
How does 'economic interdependence' relate to economic globalization?
How does 'economic interdependence' relate to economic globalization?
What characterizes political globalization?
What characterizes political globalization?
What is the role of music in cultural globalization?
What is the role of music in cultural globalization?
Which of the following is a direct cause of climate change?
Which of the following is a direct cause of climate change?
How do deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels contribute to the increase of gases like carbon dioxide?
How do deforestation and the burning of fossil fuels contribute to the increase of gases like carbon dioxide?
What is the primary effect of increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere on the oceans?
What is the primary effect of increased carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere on the oceans?
How does deforestation contribute to climate change?
How does deforestation contribute to climate change?
In terms of climate change mitigation, what does prioritizing the 'preservation of the environment' in government policies entail?
In terms of climate change mitigation, what does prioritizing the 'preservation of the environment' in government policies entail?
How does the use of renewable energy sources contribute to addressing climate change?
How does the use of renewable energy sources contribute to addressing climate change?
In what specific way does increased atmospheric temperature affect weather patterns?
In what specific way does increased atmospheric temperature affect weather patterns?
Which factor most directly links population size and growth to environmental impact?
Which factor most directly links population size and growth to environmental impact?
How can the implementation of necessary agricultural technologies help mitigate climate change?
How can the implementation of necessary agricultural technologies help mitigate climate change?
Which of the following defines 'global networks' most accurately?
Which of the following defines 'global networks' most accurately?
What is the MOST accurate description of the impact of extreme weather conditions on climate change?
What is the MOST accurate description of the impact of extreme weather conditions on climate change?
What is the relationship between desertification and poverty?
What is the relationship between desertification and poverty?
Why is carbon dioxide so important in the discussion of climate change?
Why is carbon dioxide so important in the discussion of climate change?
What is a characteristic of political globalization?
What is a characteristic of political globalization?
What is a potential negative result of globalization?
What is a potential negative result of globalization?
When do we need to reduce emissions by to prevent devastating climate change?
When do we need to reduce emissions by to prevent devastating climate change?
Following the second world war, which organization was created to ensure justice and uphold international law?
Following the second world war, which organization was created to ensure justice and uphold international law?
Why is it important to stop factories from producing greenhouse gasses?
Why is it important to stop factories from producing greenhouse gasses?
Flashcards
What is a global network?
What is a global network?
Covers the entire planet and refers to networks of individuals, communities, and organizations that operate globally.
What is globalization?
What is globalization?
The creation of international networks of economic systems, establishing interdependence and interconnectedness.
Advancement in Education (Globalization)
Advancement in Education (Globalization)
Greater interaction and integration of people worldwide due to cultural freedom.
Advancements in Science and Technology (Globalization)
Advancements in Science and Technology (Globalization)
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Push Factors
Push Factors
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Pull Factors
Pull Factors
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Economic Globalization
Economic Globalization
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Transfer in Economic Globalization
Transfer in Economic Globalization
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Cultural Globalization
Cultural Globalization
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Political Globalization
Political Globalization
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United Nations
United Nations
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What is climate change?
What is climate change?
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Greenhouse effect
Greenhouse effect
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acidification of the oceans
acidification of the oceans
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rapidly heating
rapidly heating
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atmospheric temperature
atmospheric temperature
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degrade and dry out
degrade and dry out
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the preservation
the preservation
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use renewable
use renewable
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agricultural technologies
agricultural technologies
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Study Notes
Global Networks
- Covers the entire planet
- World Wide Web (WWW) is a global network
- Refers to networks of individuals, communities, and organizations operating globally
Globalization
- Derived from "globalize"
- Refers to the creation of an international network of economic systems
- Establishes interdependence and interconnectedness between social, economic, and political components worldwide
Factors Contributing to Globalization
- Advancement in education enabled greater interaction and integration among people globally
- Advances in interconnectedness, global interactions, and the integration of countries into a unified global village are enabled by science and technology
- Social and cultural liberalization: Freedom became a fundamental principle, serving the purpose of globalization
Aspects Associated with Globalization
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) advancements enable major innovations and the realization of goals across various sectors
- Migration is the movement of people, which can result from immigration for residency or work
Migration Factors
- Push factors are unfavorable conditions in an area
- Pull factors attract people to live, work, or stay in a specific state or country
Free Market Economy
- Globalization unifies international economies through universal and inter-financial institutions
- BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) are examples of this
Finance
- Influx of money within interconnected countries, like Bitcoins
Economic Globalization
- Involves an increasing web of economic interdependence among national economies
- Characterized by instantaneous transfer and transporting of goods, services, capital, and technology across national borders
- Can be positive or negative
- Singapore benefits from economic globalization due to favorable economic factors
Cultural Globalization
- Transfer and sharing of insights, experiences, and values globally lead to greater social interaction
Political Globalization
- Refers to the increasing interconnectedness of political systems worldwide where decisions at one level influence others
- Multi-level governance shows how domestic and international concerns are entangled
- Expanded concept of citizenship includes multiple citizenships, dual citizenship, or nationalities
- The United Nations is an organization established post-World War II for peace, justice, and upholding international law
Becoming An Empowered Body
- Governed by the world
Burning of Fossil Fuels and Deforestation
- Releases infrared lights into the atmosphere
- Reduction of emissions of 80% by 2050 needed to prevent devastating negative impacts of climate change
Gases
- Increased carbon dioxide through burning of fossil fuels, solid waste, and wood products
- Deforestation and soil degradation
- Increased Methane and similar gases act like Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
Population
- Population is linked to collective global environmental impact
- Population sizes and growth rates magnify the impacts of global warming
- Scarcity in resources results in extreme usage of the Earth’s environment
Effects of Climate Change
- Greenhouse Effect caused by trapped carbon dioxide, methane, and other gases in the atmosphere, resulting in warming
- Ecological Issues include increased carbon dioxide leading to the acidification of the oceans
- Rising Water Level and Flooding relates to increase in rapidly heating Arctic and Antarctic, leading to increase in global sea levels
- Extreme Weather Conditions as a result of increasing atmospheric temperature
- Desertification caused by land degradation and drying out, leading to famine, food insecurity, and increased poverty
- Changes in Vegetation devastate tropical rainforests and turn habitat into islands with extinct plant and animal species
Climate Change & Government Policies
- Prioritizes the preservation of the environment
- Use of renewable energy moves to use renewable energy, which has resulted in the development of alternative ways to produce energy, such as solar power
- Developing and harnessing necessary agricultural technologies
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