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Concepts and critical analyse on different questions related to globalisation

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What is globalization?

Globalization means gradually vanishing geographical restrictions and strengthened connection among people all over the world

Suggest three characteristics of globalization.

Time–space compression, Formation of global interconnecting networks, Global economic integration, Mutual influence of cultures...etc

What is time-space compression?

Time and spatial restrictions during cross- regional communication fade away and nearly disappear

Intense connection worldwide makes the world look like a ‘_____________________’

Global village

Explain global economic integration

market economy and free trade > international trade keeps increasing

Give two examples of mutual influence of cultures

Universal values, Global citizenship

What are the factors promoting the rapid development of globalization?

Transport technology, information and communication technology

What is TNC?

Transnational corporations

Name 5 TNCs in 10 seconds.

e.g. amazon, KFC, McDonald, Nike, Adidas

What are the factors affecting people's ability to use technology?

Uneven chances to approach and use technology and education level.

What are the personal factors affecting the ability in using technology?

Education level, income, age, entrepreneurship, gender, race...

What are the characteristics of economic globalisation?

Integration of financial, labour, commodity, raw materials and emergence of international organization

How do transnational corporations promote Economic Globalization?

Raising fund and investment/sourcing and production/ brand establishment and sales

What is go public?

Issue shares and bonds in financial market

Name the elements of Mcdonaldization.

Efficiency, calculability, Predictability, Control

How can transnational corporations improve the quality of life of people in developing countries?

Mass production need labours (outsourcing --> more job opportunities --> profits)