Understanding Culture and Globalization

Way of life, values, beliefs, and behaviors of a society, passed down through generations.

Physical objects created, used, and consumed within a culture (e.g., tools, clothing).

Ideas, beliefs, traditions, and practices that shape a culture (e.g., values, religion).

Process of learning a culture through direct instruction and community participation.

Learning about other cultures through interaction.

Adopting certain values and practices of a new culture.

Concept that cultures are distinct and unique from one another.

Global connections increase the sharing of cultural ideas and values.

Frequency of deaths within a population in a specific time.

The ability to produce offspring in a population, generally seen as a female characteristic.

Movement of people between locations, temporary or permanent.

Composition of a population based on the number of males and females in each age category.

Dramatic increase in birth rates following a significant event, like WWII.

Number of live births per 1,000 people in a year.

Number of deaths per 1,000 people in a year.

Average number of years a person of a specific age can expect to live based on current trends.

The blending of global and local cultures, creating something unique. Global influences mix with local traditions, forming a new cultural identity.

The process of cultural hybridization, where global trends are adapted to local contexts.

Cultures becoming more similar and homogenous, leading to a more unified culture.

One culture forcefully influencing another, leading to assimilation and cultural change.

Culture no longer being tied to its geographic origin, spreading beyond its borders.

The unique cultural practices and way of life specific to a particular place.

A set of ideas or convictions that shape a person's understanding of reality, truth, and values.

A set of shared experiences, norms, and values spread across the world, often through mass media and consumer products.

Religion often has a complex relationship with globalization, as it can be both challenged and reinforced by global cultural flows.

Religion focuses on the sacred, morality, and divine commandments, while globalism prioritizes material wealth, human-made laws, and maximizing economic benefit.

Globalization is transforming traditional religious practices, influencing beliefs, and creating new forms of religious engagement.

A movement blending religious beliefs with nationalistic ideals, often creating a sense of exclusivity and cultural identity.

A significant decrease in death rates, primarily due to improved sanitation, healthcare, and nutrition, leading to a rapid population growth during the Industrial Revolution.

Technology makes religious information readily available, increasing exposure to diverse beliefs and facilitating the spread of religious ideas.

Contrasting values of religion and globalization create tensions, making religion adapt and evolve in response to the changing world.

Nationalism often draws on and intertwines with religious beliefs to create a shared cultural identity, leading to a more impactful spread of religious values beyond traditional boundaries.

Conditions in a country that make people want to leave, like poverty, violence, or lack of opportunities.

Things that attract people to a new country, such as better jobs, education, or safety.

Population characteristics like age and sex that influence migration trends.

Being married or single can influence migration decisions, as people may move to start a new life or support a family.

Different stages in a person's life, like retirement or having children, can affect their decision to migrate.

Household members, including family and friends, often influence migration decisions.

Social connections, like family or friends living abroad, that help migrants adjust and succeed in their new country.

The underlying reasons why individuals choose to migrate, which can be personal, family-related, or driven by specific circumstances.

The percentage change in a population size per year, calculated as the difference between birth and death rates.

A state where the population remains stable, with births plus immigration equal to deaths plus emigration.

Factors leading to increased fertility include traditional religiosity, social support for mothers, rural residence, lower income, and lower literacy rates.

Factors contributing to lower fertility include female labor participation, changing values, improved maternal and infant health, infertility, rising incomes, and increased education.

The idea that population growth outpaces food supply, leading to resource scarcity and social problems.

Global migration involves the movement of people across borders for a new or semi-permanent residence, influencing factors like cultural exchange, labor markets, and social structures.

The leading causes of death in the Philippines are diseases like heart disease, stroke, pneumonia, and diabetes.

The world population is growing rapidly, adding a billion people every 12-15 years, with significant environmental consequences.