Globalization Past Papers PDF

What is Globalization? Semester Long Inquiry Question To What Extent Should We Embrace Globalization? Lesson Inquiry Question What is Globalization? What is Globalization?  How Would Your Life Have Been Different 120 Years Ago? How Would Your Life Have Been Different 120 Years...

What is Globalization? Semester Long Inquiry Question To What Extent Should We Embrace Globalization? Lesson Inquiry Question What is Globalization? What is Globalization?  How Would Your Life Have Been Different 120 Years Ago? How Would Your Life Have Been Different 120 Years Ago? Calgary 1900 What Would Life Have Been Like Before Globalization? ❑ Limited communication ❑Purchase mostly local products ❑Very little contact with people outside of local communities What is Globalization? A process through which regional economies, societies, and cultures have become integrated through a global network of communication, transportation, and trade  What is Globalization? (The Three Ps) Globalization is a… ◦ Phenomenon ◦ Process ◦ Philosophy  Globalization as a Phenomenon ◦ Major event that has changed human interactions and how society work Globalization as a Phenomenon DECISION TO PURCHASE A PRODUCT IN ONE PART OF THE WORLD CAN DIRECTLY IMPACT SOMEONE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD  Globalization as a Philosophy Belief that we need to integrate economies and governments – become one global community  Globalization as a Process Ways globalization is occurring: Evolving methods of: Trade Transportation Communication What is Globalization? 1) Forces of Globalization 2) Benefits and Challenges of Globalization 3) Responses To Globalization 4) Aspects of Globalization 5) Threats to Globalization  1) Forces of Globalization Elements driving greater global connections Forces of Globalization What is driving increased human connections across the globe?  1) Forces of Globalization A. Trade B. Transportation C. Technology and Media  A) Trade ▪Globalization has allowed societies access to: ▪ Goods that cannot be produced locally ▪ Customers beyond national borders  B) Transportation Global Container Fleet | World Shipping Council ▪Technology has allowed goods and people to move more easily ▪ Cargo ships, airplanes, trains, semi-trucks  C) Communication Technology ▪Revolutionized how people communicate and spread ideas ▪Individuals can connect with others anywhere, instantaneously  C) Communication Technology ▪Information is accessible cheaply, everywhere ▪People around the world are consuming the same media Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? 2) Benefits and Challenges of Globalization Globalization has improved many aspects of human life Globalization has also harmed many individuals around the world Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Look through the following set of sources Identify: ◦ Is globalization beneficial? ◦ Is globalization harmful? Based on the sources, explain some of the benefits and challenges of globalization https://bit.ly/4cRxsB3 Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? By opening economic opportunities, globalization has lifted more people out of poverty than any other event in history Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Benefits of globalization are typically seen in the Global North (Developed Countries) who use a disproportionate amount of the world’s resources. Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Much of the growth to poorer countries has come from jobs that used to be held by people in developing countries. But jobs are of lower quality, wages, etc. Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Globalization can protect human rights – defend against abuses Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Globalization has made a wide variety of goods extremely affordable Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Companies export jobs to developing companies to take advantage of poor labour laws and working conditions – job loss in developed countries and exploitation in developing countries Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Globalization has expanded trade and given people all around the world access to goods and ideas developed outside of their home nations Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? A small number of companies are claiming a disproportionate amount of the market, limiting local business Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Increased trade and cheaper goods has led to an accelerated exploitation of the Earth’s resources Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Globalization provides new opportunities to interact with other peoples and cultures Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Increased contact has led to the rapid spread of disease and other crises – disasters are no longer localized Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing? Sometimes, contact between cultures isn’t beneficial, and can destroy rather than enhance a culture Is Globalization a Good Thing or a Bad Thing?  3) Four Responses to Globalization 1) Hyper-globalist 2) Pro-Globalist 3) Alter-globalist 4) Anti-globalist  The Four Responses to Globalization HYPER-GLOBALIST PRO-GLOBALIST ALTER-GLOBALIST ANTI-GLOBALIST Hyper-Globalists ▪Embraces globalization to a great extent ▪Overwhelmingly in favour of globalization ▪Promote rapid expansion of globalization Hyper-Globalization Pro-Globalists ▪Embraces globalization to a fair extent ▪Is a positive reaction to globalization ▪Admit globalization poses some negative consequences – needs minor change Pro-Globalists But But Globalization Can Fix It! Alter-Globalists ▪Embraces globalization to a small extent ▪Is a negative reaction to globalization ▪Believes globalization cannot be stopped, but needs serious improvements Alter-Globalists But Anti-Globalists ▪Embraces globalization to no extent ▪Completely against globalization ▪Need to undo the effects of globalization Anti-Globalists  4) Aspects of Globalization Westernization Technological Advancement Trade Global Liberalization Integration Westernization Globalization has resulted in spread of Western values and culture throughout the world  Trade Liberalization ▪Globalization has allowed for the easy exchange of goods throughout the world ▪ (Freed Trade) ▪Free market principals have been adopted globally Global Integration ▪Globalization has connected nation’s economies and ways of life ◦ Nations around the world rely on each other to meet their needs ◦ Events that happen in one nation impact the others  Global Integration Global Integration Technological Advancement Sharing of information and cheap production of goods has resulted in rapid advancement of technology Perspectives on Globalization ▪ Look through the sources in your unit book ▪ Determine: ▪ Is the author in favour, reacting to, or against globalization? ▪ What type of globalist is the author? ▪ How do you know? ▪ Which aspect of globalization can you link to the source? 5) Threats to Globalization  Threats to Globalization Significant changes in the 21st Century have weakened global connections A. Conflict B. Nationalism C. Covid 19 A) Conflict  A) Conflict Several global conflicts have caused nations to sever relationships with other nations Nations moving to “friendshoring” ◦ Moving trade to allied nations with similar values ◦ Rejecting trade with some nations A) Conflict Conflicts have closed important trade routes ◦ Drastically increased cost of shipping ◦ Limited access to resources B) Nationalism Nationalism Global mixing of people's cultures has caused some to feel their national identity is under threat Reject global connections in favour of a stronger national identity C) Covid 19 C) Covid 19 Pandemic destroyed global supply chains Lockdowns in some countries delayed components in others Resulted in global shortage of goods C) Covid 19 Highlighted the dangers of extensive global travel End of Globalization? Lesson Inquiry Question What is Globalization? Semester Long Inquiry Question To What Extent Should We Embrace Globalization?