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Analysing patterns of globalisation using digital maps and data
I can analyse patterns of globalisation and explain why some countries are more interconnected than others.
Lesson 10 of 12
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- Year 8
Analysing patterns of globalisation using digital maps and data
I can analyse patterns of globalisation and explain why some countries are more interconnected than others.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Some places of the world are more interconnected than others.
- Digital maps and graphs can help us visualise and analyse patterns and trends in globalisation.
- The wealth and size of the country can influence economic and social globalisation.
Keywords
Interconnection - the way people, places, and things are linked together through movements of people, goods, money, information, and ideas
Visualise - to form a mental or physical image of something, making it easier to understand
Analyse - look carefully at data to identify patterns, trends and relationships
Common misconception
All of the world is equally interconnected.
Some parts of the world are more interconnected than others. It is influenced by many factors including wealth and size.
This lesson can easily be expanded to investigate a greater range of evidence showing interconnectedness. Pupils may like to choose maps to investigate to see if they can see patterns of globalisation.
Teacher tip
Equipment
Computer, tablet or laptops with an internet connection.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions:
Match the keywords to their definitions:
Q2.What does globalisation mainly describe?
What does globalisation mainly describe?
People moving from cities to villages
Rivers flooding more often
Countries having no trade
Q3.Which of these is a reason why globalisation has sped up?
Which of these is a reason why globalisation has sped up?
More volcanoes erupting
Fewer flights
Countries closing their borders
Q4.Which of these is a good example of global interdependence?
Which of these is a good example of global interdependence?
A local farm selling only to nearby homes
A mountain range affecting rainfall
An island growing all its own food
Q5.Which transport change helped global trade grow?
Which transport change helped global trade grow?
More horses and carts
Fewer roads
More people walking to school
Q6.Which of the following is a cultural effect of globalisation?
Which of the following is a cultural effect of globalisation?
The growth of rainforests
Slower internet speeds
Everyone wearing school uniforms
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions:
Match the keywords to their definitions:
Q2.What tool helps us visualise patterns of globalisation?
What tool helps us visualise patterns of globalisation?
A cooking recipe
A textbook glossary
A school timetable
Q3.What do geographers mean when they say they are “analysing” data?
What do geographers mean when they say they are “analysing” data?
Guessing what might be in the future
Watching the weather outside
Reading a story
Q4.Which of these is an example of interconnection?
Which of these is an example of interconnection?
A forest untouched by humans
A village without internet or roads
A map with no labels
Q5.Which type of map would best show how globalisation is affecting the world?
Which type of map would best show how globalisation is affecting the world?
A rainfall map
A population density map
A climate zone map