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Caleb Thaxton

The document discusses globalization and ways to promote understanding of it through technology. Globalization refers to the increasing interaction and integration between people and companies around the world. It is driven by factors like trade, investment, and technology. The document provides examples of how to use tools like podcasts, blogs, videos and webquests to help students learn about globalization and how it affects areas like culture, politics, and the environment. A specific webquest example walks students through various websites to learn about how companies like Coca-Cola operate globally while respecting local customs. The conclusion emphasizes that understanding globalization prepares students for an interconnected world.

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Globalization Morgan Lewis, Robert Lockhart, Caleb Thaxton
Globalization Description: interaction and integration Characteristics: driven by trade, investment, and technology effects environment, culture, political systems, economic development, and human well-being Importance: promotes connections we thrive on competition Role in 21st Century: theres a world outside your little bubble its how the world runs
Using Technology to Promote Globalization Visuals and Materials: Ex. Have students create posters and/or PowerPoints demonstrating their knowledge of globalization Podcasts: Ex. Have students listen to podcasts about how globalization has effected things such as technology, trade, and/or human interactions Storytelling: Ex. Have students create their own videos on globalization Blogs: Ex. Have students read blogs on globalization and write responses to them http://blogs.worldbank.org/developmenttalk/the-real-winners-and-losers-of-globalization YouTube: Ex. Have students watch educational videos to achieve a deeper understanding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SnR-e0S6Ic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oTLyPPrZE4
Specific Example of Using Technology to Promote Globalization Completion of a WebQuest: Step 1: Visit this site - http://www.globalization101.org/what-is-globalization/ - and answer these questions. 1. Sum up globalization in eight words or less. 2. Give an example of historic globalization. 4. Interpret the quote by Thomas Friedman. 5.According to the article what is the defining feature of globalization? Step 2: Visit this site - http://www.sesameworkshop.org/aroundtheworld - the website shows 13 countries in the blue bar where Sesame Street is shown. Click on at least five of them and read about the different programs. Listen to a theme song or two and the answer the following question. 1. How do the producers of Sesame Street adapt to the cultures of the world, while going global? Give specific examples.
Continued Step 3: Visit this site - http://www.thecocacolacompany.com/ourcompany/index.html - and answer the following questions. 1. Coke by the numbers. (At the bottom of the page)In how many countries are Coke beverages sold? How many employees does the company have worldwide? How many different beverages does Coke have worldwide?How many servings of Coke are there per day? (Look at the horizontal scrolling bar near the top of the page, click on the Coca-Cola System for #2 and #3) 2.What is the Coca-Cola System in terms of globalization? 3. What is Cokes vision for globalization? (Click on Brands at the top and look at five products that are unfamiliar to you. When you are finished answer questions #4 and #5.) 4. How does Coke appreciate local diversity in its products? (In other words, how do they respect the cultures of the various countries) 5. In your opinion, is Coca-Cola a responsible global corporation? Explain your point of view.
Conclusion Important to stay connected to the rest of the world World processes depend greatly on it Understanding it makes you more prepared for life after school Being knowledgeable about it makes you more well-rounded It will always be a part of life
Work Cited http://www.globalization101.org/what-is-globalization/

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  • 1. Globalization Morgan Lewis, Robert Lockhart, Caleb Thaxton
  • 2. Globalization Description: interaction and integration Characteristics: driven by trade, investment, and technology effects environment, culture, political systems, economic development, and human well-being Importance: promotes connections we thrive on competition Role in 21st Century: theres a world outside your little bubble its how the world runs
  • 3. Using Technology to Promote Globalization Visuals and Materials: Ex. Have students create posters and/or PowerPoints demonstrating their knowledge of globalization Podcasts: Ex. Have students listen to podcasts about how globalization has effected things such as technology, trade, and/or human interactions Storytelling: Ex. Have students create their own videos on globalization Blogs: Ex. Have students read blogs on globalization and write responses to them http://blogs.worldbank.org/developmenttalk/the-real-winners-and-losers-of-globalization YouTube: Ex. Have students watch educational videos to achieve a deeper understanding https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SnR-e0S6Ic https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oTLyPPrZE4
  • 4. Specific Example of Using Technology to Promote Globalization Completion of a WebQuest: Step 1: Visit this site - http://www.globalization101.org/what-is-globalization/ - and answer these questions. 1. Sum up globalization in eight words or less. 2. Give an example of historic globalization. 4. Interpret the quote by Thomas Friedman. 5.According to the article what is the defining feature of globalization? Step 2: Visit this site - http://www.sesameworkshop.org/aroundtheworld - the website shows 13 countries in the blue bar where Sesame Street is shown. Click on at least five of them and read about the different programs. Listen to a theme song or two and the answer the following question. 1. How do the producers of Sesame Street adapt to the cultures of the world, while going global? Give specific examples.
  • 5. Continued Step 3: Visit this site - http://www.thecocacolacompany.com/ourcompany/index.html - and answer the following questions. 1. Coke by the numbers. (At the bottom of the page)In how many countries are Coke beverages sold? How many employees does the company have worldwide? How many different beverages does Coke have worldwide?How many servings of Coke are there per day? (Look at the horizontal scrolling bar near the top of the page, click on the Coca-Cola System for #2 and #3) 2.What is the Coca-Cola System in terms of globalization? 3. What is Cokes vision for globalization? (Click on Brands at the top and look at five products that are unfamiliar to you. When you are finished answer questions #4 and #5.) 4. How does Coke appreciate local diversity in its products? (In other words, how do they respect the cultures of the various countries) 5. In your opinion, is Coca-Cola a responsible global corporation? Explain your point of view.
  • 6. Conclusion Important to stay connected to the rest of the world World processes depend greatly on it Understanding it makes you more prepared for life after school Being knowledgeable about it makes you more well-rounded It will always be a part of life