Globalisation: An introduction
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what globalisation is.
Key learning points
- Globalisation is the way in which the world has become more interconnected.
- Globalisation is not a new concept. Colonisation and exploration both led to the sharing of ideas and cultures.
- Globalisation can lead to a diverse society where there is a wide variety of people, religions and different cultures.
Keywords
Globalisation - the process of the world becoming more interconnected
Interconnected - when two or more things are linked to each other they are interconnected and have an impact on each other
World trade - the global exchange of goods and services
Common misconception
Globalisation is the world becoming more developed.
Globalisation is the world becoming more interconnected.
Teacher tip
If the students are struggling to annotate the map they could work in small groups or pairs.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is globalisation?
Q2.How could globalisation affect you?
Q3.Which of these is most likely to be influenced by globalisation?
Q4.What is one way globalisation can affect culture?
Q5.Which of the following is a positive effect of globalisation?
Q6.What is one way globalisation has made the world feel smaller?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1. is the process of the world becoming more interconnected.
Q2.World is the the global exchange of goods and services.
Q3.Which of these are examples of globalisation?
Q4.Which of these is an example of world trade?
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