Consequences of global inequalities
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain what the consequences of global inequalities are.
Key learning points
- There are consequences of global inequality.
- Uneven development can result in disparities in wealth, health and education.
- Uneven development can result in different types of international migration.
Keywords
Poverty - more than lack of income, it includes hunger and malnutrition, limited access to education and other basic services
Infectious disease - an illness that may be passed from one person to another
Economic migrant - a person who moves to another country with better working or living conditions
Refugee - a person forced to flee their home and seek safety in another country
Remittances - payments sent home by migrants to members of their family or community
Common misconception
That the benefits of international migration are limited to the country of origin (such as remittances).
Destination countries experience a wide range of social and economic benefits as a result of immigration.
Teacher tip
There are several opportunities to reinforce locational knowledge in this lesson. Make use of atlases or online map resources.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is global inequality?
Q2.What does "economic development" refer to?
Q3.Which region of the world is often considered the most economically developed?
Q4.What are "developed countries" typically characterised by?
Q5.What role does foreign aid play in addressing global inequality?
Q6.What is a common characteristic of a "developing" country?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the lesson's keywords and their definitions.
Lack of income but also hunger, limited access to education & services
an illness that may be passed from one person to another
a person who moves to a country with better working/ living conditions
a person forced to flee their home and seek safety in another country
payments sent home by migrants to members of their family or community
Q2.‘ is more than lack of income, it includes hunger and malnutrition, limited access to education and other basic services … as well as the lack of participation in decision-making.’ United Nations.
Q3.How can global inequality affect migration patterns?
Q4.What are some benefits for destination countries that receive migrants?
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