Synonyms?

The effects of globalization

What are the possible effects of globalization according to this picture? These companies now have control of the US and its policies Transnational corporations have a lot of power The emergence of the global economy has led to the dominance of the companies - democracy is undermined The usual stars on the American flag have been replaced by the logos of prominent US corporations Some possible interpretations :

The logos on some of the flags belong to US corporates – suggesting that globalization is specifically Americanization The UN has lost its power The UN is controlled by transnational corporations Political policies are influenced by the economy What are the possible effects of globalization according to this picture? Some possible interpretations : The United Nations (UN) is an international organisation committed to maintaining international peace and security, developing good relations among nations and promoting social progress, better living standards and human rights. Earth Summits usually focus on issues such as the environment and sustainable development.

The influence of western culture on Africa Technology has taken over people’s lives Globalisation causes poverty as people want to buy cell phones instead of food A teenager from a rural area having a conversation on her cell phone Some possible interpretations : What are the possible effects of globalization according to this picture? Globalisation promotes materialism

Advantages of globalization

Disadvantages of globalization

Images obtained from: Bottaro, J. et al. Looking into the Past, Grade 12, Oxford, Unedited version of video clip downloaded from: Downloaded on: 22 July 2009