Key Issue #1: To What extent should we embrace globalization? Chapter 2: Identity and the Forces of Globalization

What You Need to Know about This Weeks Work! What is a Must Know? – Skim read the section and create point form notes that you feel might be important for an assignment, exam, quiz, etc. (Do this on the computer or in your notebook – this is for yourself to review) I will highlight in Red the work that you need to email me by the end of the working week. (Due Dates will be linked to Power School) Feel free to ask me any questions that you may have!

Just to Clarify Red items will be submitted to me, Ms. Smith, through email. Shannon.smith@hfcrd.ab.ca Red Items are due by the MONDAY of the following work week. Week 2 items will be due Week 3 on the Monday. Week 3 items will be due Week 4 on the Monday… and so on.

Chapter 2 Introduction What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Day 1 How do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity?/How do Some Forces of Globalization Provide Opportunities to Affirm and Promote Identity? P. 58-63 Day 2 Focus on Skills: Detecting Bias Day 3 Discussion: Does globalization have a positive or negative affect on identity? Day 4 Knowledge Assessment: Mid-unit Review

Something to Think About There are many words today that are used but are not in the dictionary Why do you think that is? Look up the word “glocal” on your electronic device What does this word mean? How does the globalizing world affect your everyday life and vice versa?

What Are Some Forces of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Examine pages 44-45 and perform the following Create your MUST KNOWS Task 1: You are going to create a chart that will analyze the forces and dimensions of globalization and critically think about how they influence identity (Use the Chart on the next slide as your template!) *Email me your finished copy! Forces of Globalization are: Trade, Transportation, Communication and Media Dimensions of Globalization are: Economic, Political, Environmental and Social

What Are Some Forces of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Forces of Globalization   Key Points How it Shapes my Identity How my Identity Shapes it Trade Transportation Communication Media Dimensions of Globalization Economic Political Environmental Social

What Are Some Forces of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Trade as a Force People have always reached out to others to get goods that they cannot grow or make themselves, available in their regions, better quality, less expensive, different than what they can usually get Goods can be imported and exported Many businesses are owned by transnational corporations A company that is based in one country while developing products, goods and services in another Transnational Corporations provide jobs and services to many different countries But these might be low level jobs Revenue from the product/service may be sent to the base country

What Are Some Forces of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Transportation as a Force Transportation is essential for trade Today transportation can move more goods faster than ever before The evolution of the shipping container Low transport costs make it economically sensible for countries to produce and ship products Development of transportation technology also has made it more economically efficient The more efficient transportation is, the faster globalization can spread

Communication as a Force What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Communication as a Force The computer revolutionized how information is shipped The creation of the Internet increased the connection of the world Businesses can now seek suppliers and customers easily Goods are much cheaper because of competition With PDAs you can easily be part of the economic process

What Are Some Forces of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Media as a Force With the creation of the world wide web, the importance of interactive communication technology has become a part of every day life Media has easier access to you Media concentration and convergence have changed the way many media services operate Print and broadcast media work together But this may reduce the number of media sources and reduce the number of voices in media

Economic Dimension of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Economic Dimension of Globalization Price is often a determining factor in buying decisions Lower the price the better the popularity of the product Many economic factors contribute to prices Economies of scale-producing large amounts of goods to sell Is supply greater than demand? Control of the trade process of goods Where can they find cheap labor?

Political Dimension of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Political Dimension of Globalization Economic concerns can often affect political decisions Countries need to be involved in transnational corporations to keep prices competitive Countries that offer special treatment to transnational corporations may get business over others Reduced tariffs, cheap labor, turn a bling eye… The World Trade Organization can often have a say in political polices… The Banana Wars

Environmental Dimension of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Environmental Dimension of Globalization Environmental considerations are often linked to economic development The Earth Summit Awareness of environmental issues The cost of producing goods on the environment Affects on biodiversity, sustainability of production, impact on wild life

Social Dimension of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Social Dimension of Globalization All three dimensions come together to create the social dimension How the wants and needs of the society are met The health of the society The economic health of the society Safety conditions of the society How it impacts the lifestyle of the society

What Are Some Forces of Globalization What Are Some Forces of Globalization?/How is Identity Affected by Some Economic, Political, Environmental and Social Dimensions of Globalization? P. 44-55 Quick Review (For your own notes – does not need to be submitted to me) Brainstorm Page- Choose one force/dimension of globalization. On a sheet of paper/computer please highlight the key points of the topic, how your identity shapes it and how your identity is affected. Use words, sentences, and images to represent your thoughts!

How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity?/ How Do Some Forces of Globalization Provide Opportunities to Affirm and Promote Identity Pg. 58-63 Something to Think About… Imagine that the Australians have suddenly become a dominate world power and have control over all of the countries in the world. Part of their control requires that every culture become Australian. There are no longer any other cultures allowed in the world. Your language is Australian (including accents), your hobbies are Australian (hunting dingos and riding kangaroos), your food is Australian (fried platypus and alligator roast), and all aspects of your identity must become Australian (language, culture, traditions, beliefs and values). What are some opportunities this Aussie take over presents to identity? What are some challenges?

Examining the Issue T-Chart How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity?/ How Do Some Forces of Globalization Provide Opportunities to Affirm and Promote Identity Pg. 58-63 Examining the Issue Individually create your MUST KNOWS What is acculturation, homogenization, accommodation and assimilation? T-Chart You are going to create a T-chart that will examine the challenges and opportunities that globalization presents to identity. How does globalization promote identity? How does it challenge and destroy identity?

How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity?/ How Do Some Forces of Globalization Provide Opportunities to Affirm and Promote Identity Pg. 58-63 Globalization could lead to the following… Homogenization: the erasing of differences Acculturation: cultural changes that occur when two cultures accommodate or adapt to each others worldview Accommodation: accepting and creating space for each culture Assimilation: when a majority group absorbs a minority group and cultural identity disappears In any of these situations the language, cultures and traditions can be drastically affected Languages can disappear Cultures can also disappear…

How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity?/ How Do Some Forces of Globalization Provide Opportunities to Affirm and Promote Identity Pg. 58-63 Globalization could lead to the following… Homogenization: the erasing of differences Acculturation: cultural changes that occur when two cultures accommodate or adapt to each others worldview Accommodation: accepting and creating space for each culture Assimilation: when a majority group absorbs a minority group and cultural identity disappears In any of these situations the language, cultures and traditions can be drastically affected Languages can disappear Cultures can also disappear…

How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity How Do Some Forces of Globalization Present Challenges to Identity?/ How Do Some Forces of Globalization Provide Opportunities to Affirm and Promote Identity Pg. 58-63 But this may also provide some minority groups the opportunity to promote and affirm their culture Culture revitalization may occur Use communication technology to promote their beliefs and values

Focus on Skills: Detecting Bias Pg. 56-57 “Globalization was created by the few for the many.” “Globalization has enabled individuals, corporations and nation-states to influence actions and events around the world-faster, deeper and cheaper than ever before-and equally to derive benefits from them” What similarities and differences do you notice between the two statements?

Focus on Skills: Detecting Bias Pg. 56-57 What are the steps to detecting bias? Read Pg. 56-57 Detecting Bias Chart Detecting Bias Chart – Please Email me your completed chart. (Chart is linked in Week 2 Content) find an article that deals with this issue: The positives and negatives of globalization Complete a Detecting Bias Chart on the article that you have found!

End of Chapter: Thinking About Your Challenge Reflective Questions to Think About: What is your opinion on globalization so far? Is it beneficial to embrace globalization fully or should we monitor and control it?

What Needs to be Submitted? Chart – Forces of Globalization/ Dimensions of Globalization Detecting Bias Chart shannon.smith@hfcrd.ab.ca