Nationalism and Development

Nationalism Development

• A nation is a community of people who share the same culture.
• Nationalism is the belief that one's country is superior to others.
• Citizenship refers to being a citizen with rights and responsibilities in a particular country.
• Sovereignty means having power and authority.
• Nationhood is a sense of devotion to one's nation's culture, prioritizing its independence and well-being.

Ways to Acquire Citizenship

• Marriage
• Birth
• Naturalization
• Descent

Process of Naturalization

• File a declaration of intention
• Live in the US for five years
• Learn English, Civics, and US history
• File an application of naturalization
• Meet with an immigration examiner
• Appear in court

Rights of a US Citizen

• Freedom of the press
• Freedom of movement
• Right to vote
• Freedom of speech

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for your actions
• Protect the state and its resources
• Respect the rights of other individuals

Communication

• Verbal Communication: using spoken word to convey a message
• Non-Verbal Communication: conveying a message without words or spoken language
• Written Communication: written messages between two or more people
• Visual Communication: transmitting information using symbols and imagery
• Listening Communication: receiving and interpreting messages accurately

Mass Media

• Is media used to transmit information to a large group of people
• Examples: social media, radio, newspaper, magazines, television, video games
• Influences various aspects of life, including voting and knowledge of specific topics
• Media literacy refers to comprehending various media types and their messages

Leadership and National Development

Leadership

• A leader guides and directs a group of people or organization
• Leadership is the action of leading a group of people
• Qualities of a leader include strength of character, charisma, integrity, and commitment

Types of Leaders

• Democratic Leaders: involve group members in decision-making, creating a sense of belonging and success
• Autocratic Leaders: make decisions independently, prioritizing results over people
• Laissez-Faire Leaders: may not engage in decision-making or care about the group

Skills of a Good Leader

• Communication
• Delegation
• Organization
• Knowledge
• National/Citizen Knowledge
• Fundraising
• Improvement
• Providing a Safe Space
• Protection
• Professionalism

Leadership Steps

• Define the problem
• Identify the issue
• Prioritize the problem
• Understand the needs
• Make a decision
• Take action
• Goal setting

National Development

• Improving the standards of living for citizens through education, healthcare, and social services
• Functions of the government include:
  • Improving the welfare of people
  • Providing infrastructure
  • Protecting human rights
  • Protecting the culture of the country

Developing a Personal Action Plan

• Define your goal
• List the steps to be followed
• Prioritize tasks and add deadlines
• Understand your strengths
• Recognize opportunities and threats
• Visualize your action plan
• Take Action
• Get support
• Measure progress

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