What is GLOBALIsATION?
Use a copy of Geo Factsheet number 172* complete the following activities:
a. Make notes on the four different types of globalization as set out in figure 2.
b. Study Fig 3a carefully and use a highlighter to identify what you consider to be the 5 main factors which have led to the development of globalization and explain their contribution.
c. Fill in the worksheet below using the information on page 4 of the fact sheet. You will need to find a suitable image to add to the different aspects of globalization in the table.
a. Make notes on the four different types of globalization as set out in figure 2.
b. Study Fig 3a carefully and use a highlighter to identify what you consider to be the 5 main factors which have led to the development of globalization and explain their contribution.
c. Fill in the worksheet below using the information on page 4 of the fact sheet. You will need to find a suitable image to add to the different aspects of globalization in the table.
| lesson_1_pros_cons_of_globalization.docx |
| 172_challenge_of_globalisation.pdf |
The Kof index: measuring GLOBALIZATION
What:Globalization indices showing how countries participate in global interactions
Why: Wealthyand powerful places exist at varying scales, and how the global map is complex and subject to change
Why: Wealthyand powerful places exist at varying scales, and how the global map is complex and subject to change
| 9_diamond_ranking_globalization.pdf |
| sort_the_variables_of_kof_index.doc |
| kof_rankings_2017.pdf |
Superpowers
Success criteria: Use the range of resources on the Weebly to answer this HL essay question…
Using examples, analyse how and why established superpowers are being overtaken by emerging superpowers. (12)
1. Make notes on USA as
a. A military Superpower
b. An economic Superpower
c. A technological Superpower
d. A cultural Superpower
2. Make notes on how China is gaining power as a Superpower
Using examples, analyse how and why established superpowers are being overtaken by emerging superpowers. (12)
1. Make notes on USA as
a. A military Superpower
b. An economic Superpower
c. A technological Superpower
d. A cultural Superpower
2. Make notes on how China is gaining power as a Superpower
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Assessment
Using examples, analyse how and why established superpowers are being overtaken by emerging superpowers. (12)
"With great power comes great responsibility". Discuss this statement and relate it to the economic, geopolitical and cultural influence of global superpowers. [16]
Using examples, analyse how and why established superpowers are being overtaken by emerging superpowers. (12)
"With great power comes great responsibility". Discuss this statement and relate it to the economic, geopolitical and cultural influence of global superpowers. [16]
POWERFUL ORGANIZATIONS AND GROUPS
| powerful_organisations_and_groups.pptx |
Powerful organizations and global groups:
- G7/8, G20 and Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) groups
- Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries’ (OPEC) influence over energy policies
- global lending institutions, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and New Development Bank (NDB)
Why:
Task 1 - Using the framework research grid below, use both the video and news story links, textbook and Kognity information plus your own research to find out and then share with you peers how powerful organizations and global groups exist at varying scales, and how membership is complex and subject to change. This information will be shared with the rest of the class so it needs to be detailed and well organized.
- To understand how global power and influence varies spatially
- To be able to explain the role of several powerful organizations and global groups (G7, G20, OECD, OPEC, IMF and NDB).
- To be able to briefly evaluate the influence of these powerful organizations and global groups.
Task 1 - Using the framework research grid below, use both the video and news story links, textbook and Kognity information plus your own research to find out and then share with you peers how powerful organizations and global groups exist at varying scales, and how membership is complex and subject to change. This information will be shared with the rest of the class so it needs to be detailed and well organized.
| powerful_organisations_and_groups_research_framework.docx |
The G7
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The G20
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The OECD
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OPEC
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The World Bank
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The IMF
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The New Development Bank
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With your completed fact sheets answer these questions….
1.Evaluate the need for both the G7 and the G20.
2.How might OPEC influence the price of oil?
3.Explain the difference between the World Bank and the IMF.
4.Outline the key weaknesses of the ... (choose any of the six groups above).
5.What makes the World Development Bank different from the existing World Bank and IMF set up?
Summary: Which ‘powerful organization’ has the most influence over...
- The USA
- A low income nation seeking development assistance
- The price you and your family pay for fuel
- An upper-middle income country
- The UK
- The World
Assessment
Using examples, explain how at least two powerful global organizations use their power. [12]
Student work on powerful groups
| g7_g8_notes.docx |
| g20.pdf |
| oecd.docx |
| opec.docx |
| world_bank_thingy_.docx |
| the_new_development_bank.pdf |
| imfpdf.pdf |