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What is the primary reason for most people migrating internationally?
What is the primary reason for most people migrating internationally?
Which group of people is categorized as internally displaced persons (IDPs)?
Which group of people is categorized as internally displaced persons (IDPs)?
What characterizes the status of a refugee?
What characterizes the status of a refugee?
Which of the following is NOT considered a reason for individuals to migrate?
Which of the following is NOT considered a reason for individuals to migrate?
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Which category does the term 'migrant' include as defined by the IOM?
Which category does the term 'migrant' include as defined by the IOM?
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What is one of the challenges identified with global migration trends?
What is one of the challenges identified with global migration trends?
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How many international migrants are estimated to exist globally as per the latest estimates?
How many international migrants are estimated to exist globally as per the latest estimates?
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Which of the following is considered a pull factor for migration?
Which of the following is considered a pull factor for migration?
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What is one of the main reasons why the United States has been a major destination for international migrants?
What is one of the main reasons why the United States has been a major destination for international migrants?
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Which of the following countries had approximately 13 million international migrants in 2019?
Which of the following countries had approximately 13 million international migrants in 2019?
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What percentage of international migrants were born in Asia in 2019?
What percentage of international migrants were born in Asia in 2019?
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According to the IOM, what does the term 'migrant' reflect?
According to the IOM, what does the term 'migrant' reflect?
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What role does Germany's migration experience primarily revolve around in recent years?
What role does Germany's migration experience primarily revolve around in recent years?
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Which of the following best describes a pull factor in migration?
Which of the following best describes a pull factor in migration?
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Which group represents the largest number of international migrants who lived abroad in 2019?
Which group represents the largest number of international migrants who lived abroad in 2019?
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What are considered push factors in migration?
What are considered push factors in migration?
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Which of the following represents pull factors in migration?
Which of the following represents pull factors in migration?
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What defines internally displaced persons (IDPs)?
What defines internally displaced persons (IDPs)?
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What is the main distinction between immigration and emigration?
What is the main distinction between immigration and emigration?
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Which of the following is an example of human trafficking?
Which of the following is an example of human trafficking?
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Which factors can drive migration according to the push-pull theory?
Which factors can drive migration according to the push-pull theory?
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What is a key motivation for individuals seeking to immigrate?
What is a key motivation for individuals seeking to immigrate?
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Which of the following statements about migration is true?
Which of the following statements about migration is true?
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Study Notes
Module 14: Global Migration
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Objectives: Students should be able to: develop an overview of migration; identify trends of migration; analyze globalization's effect on migration; understand migration categories; and analyze push and pull factors influencing migration.
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Global Migration: This involves a complex relationship between causes and effects of people moving across international borders. Reasons include safety, natural disasters, and political conflict.
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Major Migration Destination: Historically, the US is a primary destination for international migrants, with 51 million in 2019. Many migrants have positively impacted American life.
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Top Migrant Origin Countries (2019): India, Mexico, and China recorded the highest number of migrants living abroad. Over 40% of the global migrant population originated from Asia, including 17.5 million from India alone.
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International Migrant Population (2017): 258 million, representing 3.4% of the world's total population.
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Migrant Flows (2016): 5 million foreign-born people entered OECD countries.
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Labor Migrants (2015): 150.3 million migrant workers globally.
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International Students (2016): 4.8 million students, increasing from 2 million in 2000.
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Remittances (2017): $466 billion sent to low- and middle-income countries, surpassing official development assistance.
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Displaced Persons (2017): 68.5 million forcibly displaced globally due to persecution, conflict, violence, or human rights violations.
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Irregular Migrants (2009): Estimated 50 million.
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Refugees (2017): 25.4 million registered refugees.
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Migrant Deaths/Missing (2017): At least 6,163 migrant deaths or disappearances.
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Human Trafficking/Modern Slavery (2016): Estimated 25 million victims of forced labor.
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Migrant Smuggling (2016): 2.5 million irregular migrants were smuggled, with an estimated USD 5.5-7 billion in economic activity.
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Returns (2017): 72,176 voluntary returns supported by IOM.
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Migrant Contribution (2015): Migrants contributed $6.7 trillion (9.4%) to global GDP.
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Children (2017): 14% of the global migrant population.
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Women (2017): 48.8% of the global migrant population.
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Environmental Displacement (2017): 18.8 million people newly displaced by sudden-onset disasters.
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Governance (2018): IOM's Migration Governance project involves 39 countries.
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Potential Migration (2015): 66 million adults (1.3%) globally planned to permanently relocate.
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Public Opinion (2015): 22% of the world's population would prefer national immigration to remain at its current level.
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Migration Data (2010 Censuses): 87+% of countries asked about country of birth; 75%+ asked for citizenship; and 50% asked about arrival date.
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Push Factors: These are factors that compel people to leave a country. They include violence, lack of opportunities, and famine.
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Pull Factors: These attract people to a new country. They involve factors like better economic prospects, a safer environment, and greater opportunities.
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Migration Effects: Migrants impact families, communities, cities, and countries both positively and negatively. They contribute labor, remittances, and cultural diversity but can also experience discrimination and social tensions.
Further Study
- Analyze different case studies of global migration.
- Investigate the impact of specific push and pull factors on migration patterns.
- Evaluate the governance and policy implications for migration management.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of global migration, including trends, push and pull factors, and the impact of globalization on migration patterns. Students will analyze historical data regarding major migration destination countries and the origins of international migrants, particularly focusing on statistics from recent years.
