2. GLOBALIZATION: 101

3. Introduction to Globalization Language of the discipline – –What is globalization? INTERCONNECTEDNESS –Movement of people Knowledge and ideas Goods and money across national borders Modernization “global marketplace” 1. Based on the video, what can you add to the definition/explanation of globalization? (show 2 min) –http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oTLyPPrZE4

5. Historical Background Silk Road –http://www.youtube.com/w atch?v=hhhneQ3WWIk Age of Exploration > “discovery” of the Americas leads to the Columbian Exchange between Europe/Asia & North America (later Africa) Transportation & Communication Revolutions facilitate global trade & interactions

6. The Two Sides of Globalization http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh03fuIlQNI 2. Based on the video & discussion, do you think the pros outweigh the cons of globalization? Explain Positive view: Share the “wealth” –Societies become richer –Trade, exchange of knowledge Negative view: Threat to culture –Exploitation of the poor by the rich –At times, the rise of extremist groups –3.List examples when exploitation has occurred

10. Ethical Issues Positive impact – –increased GDP –Opportunities for development Negative impact – –North vs. South –Led to growing discontent/demonstrations –4. What is outsourcing? –5. In your opinion, is globalization more positive or negative? Explain why.

17. Culture and Globalization “digital divide” “CNN-ization” “McDonaldsization” “Disneylandization” 6.How has culture & globalization changed over time? Be specific

28. Big Idea? 7. What is the “big idea” of globalization?