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What is one reason for developing nations adopting advanced technologies instead of earlier ones?
What is one reason for developing nations adopting advanced technologies instead of earlier ones?
- They prefer maintaining traditional methods.
- They aim to leapfrog over previous technological stages. (correct)
- They have a surplus of older technologies.
- They lack the funds for outdated technologies.
Which innovation greatly enhanced the speed of goods transportation in 1974?
Which innovation greatly enhanced the speed of goods transportation in 1974?
- Universal Product Code (UPC) (correct)
- Personal computers
- Container ships
- Boeing 747
How did media imperialism manifest in less developed nations?
How did media imperialism manifest in less developed nations?
- By encouraging local content production.
- Through increased local viewership of indigenous programs.
- By fostering international partnerships.
- Through the dominance of western media and technologies. (correct)
What technology is specifically mentioned as becoming popular in Japan for elderly support?
What technology is specifically mentioned as becoming popular in Japan for elderly support?
Which film is included in the assignment's list of top Filipino movies?
Which film is included in the assignment's list of top Filipino movies?
What significant event regarding SpaceX was noted for October 14, 2024?
What significant event regarding SpaceX was noted for October 14, 2024?
Which technology emerged in the 1990s, marking the rise of social media?
Which technology emerged in the 1990s, marking the rise of social media?
What issue occurs due to technological changes not flowing smoothly between countries?
What issue occurs due to technological changes not flowing smoothly between countries?
Flashcards
Leapfrogging
Leapfrogging
Developing nations skipping over earlier technologies to adopt more advanced ones.
High-tech global flows
High-tech global flows
The movement of advanced technologies between countries, but not always smoothly, sometimes with gaps or irregularities.
Media imperialism
Media imperialism
A type of cultural imperialism, where Western media and tech dominate less developed nations' cultures.
Container ships
Container ships
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Boeing 747
Boeing 747
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Universal Product Code (UPC)
Universal Product Code (UPC)
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Personal Computers
Personal Computers
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Internet (1990’s)
Internet (1990’s)
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Study Notes
Schedule
- Midterm lecture: 21
- Midterm exams: 23
- Film viewing: 28-30
- Assignment: Top 5 Filipino movies, 100 poems for Stella, Gomburza, Moron 5, Anak (2000), Magnifico (2003)
Transportation
- 1956: Container ships
- 1970: Boeing 747 air freight, enhanced speed of goods delivery
- 1974: Universal Product Code (UPC), easier product tracking in inventory
Technology
- GPS, Space Tourism
- Leapfrogging: Developing nations bypassing earlier technologies & adopting more advanced ones. Technological changes can be erratic. Technology doesn't always flow smoothly.
- Media imperialism: Western media & tech dominates less developed nations/cultures. - Examples: US TV shows (Friends, Big Bang Theory), Hollywood movies, American books, media conglomerates (Fox, Time Warner)
- 1970s: Personal computers
- 1990s: Internet (social media, Yahoo Messenger, Friendster, Snapchat)
- Medical Technologies: Improved healthcare, carebots (Japan), Tesla advanced robots, SpaceX rocket launches/retrievals, MRI, CAT scans. Medical tech concentrated in developed countries.
Space-Based Technologies
- US dominance in this field (mostly for military)
Bollywood
- Aamir Khan, Bollywood films
Hallyu-Kdrama
Japanese Media
- Rise of local & regional media
- Internet as source of diverse media
Internet
- Digital technologies affecting globalization
- Other technologies: computers, chips, semiconductors, CDs, DVDs
- Online social networking: Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, communication, friendships
Online Social Networking
- Created in the 1990s
- Involves communication, networks, and friendships.
Other Issues
- Spam
- Viruses
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