1. Canada and World Connections CGC1DG

2. What is Globalization?  Globalization refers to the process of increasing integration of economies and societies throughout the world  There are many different types of globalization. We will focus mostly on economic.

3. How?  Globalization is NOT new but the speed at which it is occurring is a new phenomenon because of…  Improved technology and communication networks  Social Networking  Improved means of transportation  This has lead to the concept of the global village  The world is getting “smaller” and is highly interconnected

4. Evidence of global integration  Idol from around world! Only watch 1-2 minutes in class. You can watch the rest at home! Idol from around world!

5. Official Idol Shows…

6. Globalization:  An economic force  Selling products and services around the world  Cultural force, spreading western culture

7. Examples of Globalization in Action  Popular music groups tour around the world  Exports of American films and magazines  Clothing of American name brands  McDonalds is widely represented around the world – Let’s take a look!

8. Where in the World?

11. Where in the world?

12. Ugly Betties from around the Globe

13. The Debate:  The concept of globalization has caused a lot of debate because of disagreement over the impacts it has on the world  Pro-globalization advocates argue that it benefits most people throughout the world  Critics of globalization argue that globalization has caused more harm than good

14. Think-Share-Pair  Create a t-chart that includes at least 5 benefits and 5 drawbacks of having an increasingly interconnected world. You may want to think about economic, political, environmental, social/cultural benefits and drawbacks to focus your brainstorming.  Share with your partner and add ideas to your t-chart

15. Read and see…  Now read the article “Concerns About Globalization” and make a list of the criticisms and concerns that certain people have about globalization.