How is the global community connected?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how the global community is connected.
Key learning points
- Globalisation refers to the connection of all the countries in the world through cooperation and collaboration.
- Nations work together on key issues such as trade, the economy, technology and health which improves life for everyone.
- In times of crises, like natural disasters or pandemics, countries provide mutual support, such as developing vaccines.
- Organisations like the United Nations and World Health Organisation exemplify global efforts to ensure public safety.
- Global collaboration is essential for sharing resources, ideas, management strategies and cultural understanding.
Keywords
Connected - joined or linked together
Global - relating to the whole world
Collaborate - to work with others to create or achieve something
Community - a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common
Common misconception
Globalisation does not benefit everybody.
Globalisation benefits everyone because with collaboration we can achieve more things together as a global community.
Teacher tip
This lesson provides many great opportunities for discussion about global issues like climate change and trade.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.People who live in the same place or share a common characteristic are part of the same ...
Q2.We can gain help and support in our community through ...
Q3.Match the term with its definition.
a group that gives young people a voice on national issues in the UK
the institution of government in the UK
a campaign to highlight young people's concerns across the UK
Q4.Young people can join the UK Youth __________ to discuss political and community matters.
Q5.We are all part of one community, meaning the whole world is in it.
Q6.The democratic process allows __________ to have a say in what issues are important.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the word with its definition.
relating to the whole world
working with others to create or achieve something
working towards the same goal
joined or linked together
Q2.The way countries work together and are connected with one another is called ...
Q3.Countries support each other in pandemics by creating new ...
Q4.The __________ Nations help protect people and support those suffering from conflict across the world.
Q5.The World Organisation helps protect people from diseases and global pandemics.
Q6.Why is global collaboration important?
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