Analysing patterns of globalisation using digital maps and data
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can analyse patterns of globalisation and explain why some countries are more interconnected than others.
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.
Teacher tip
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.
Equipment
Computer, tablet or laptops with an internet connection.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions:
Growing links between people, places and economies
When countries rely on each other
A company that operates in many countries
Moving goods in large standard-sized boxes
Q2.What does globalisation mainly describe?
Q3.Which of these is a reason why globalisation has sped up?
Q4.Which of these is a good example of global interdependence?
Q5.Which transport change helped global trade grow?
Q6.Which of the following is a cultural effect of globalisation?
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions:
How people, places, and things are linked together
To create a picture or image to understand better
To study data to find patterns and trends
Q2.What tool helps us visualise patterns of globalisation?
Q3.What do geographers mean when they say they are “analysing” data?
Q4.Which of these is an example of interconnection?
Q5.Which type of map would best show how globalisation is affecting the world?
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