1. Read the following BBC article: “Does globalization mean we will become on culture?” [1]
In the article above, it is discussed that two factors are likely to slow the rate of homogenization. One is resources and the other demography. What does this mean? In your own words, what do these two traits have to do with the spread of globalization and further homogenization?
Q: In your own words, what do these two traits have to do with the spread of globalization and further homogenization?
2. Now read this article from Forbes Magazine [2] and answer the question below.
A quote from the article above: Globalization/interconnections are also giving a voice to people from various cultures. In the past, you would have had to rely on the equivalent of The New York Times or the BBC to develop your opinions and those would be the majority opinions – highly slanted towards one culture. Now, you have the option of getting a lot more diverse voices heard as the major filters [publishing houses and newspaper editors] are getting replaced by more democratic forms. (Forbes.com, 2017)
Q: What are some other options that we have as consumers and readers? Ones that contribute more diverse voices and more democratic forms? Research some possible sources of such information. Find one and place their link here. In one paragraph discuss why the source you found is appropriate with regards to what the article discussed.
3. Watch this Ted Talk then answer the questions below.
Q: According to the speaker, what does he mean by “global village”? 1-2 sentences
4. Read this TIME Magazine article on redefining gender. Beliefs about gender are shifting and TIME Magazine thinks we are in the middle of a gender revolution. What does this mean with regards to the individual and our society at large?
Q: Why do you think this is happening now in our society? Can you list one potential positive and one potential negative to this idea of gender freedom and expression?
5. Is race real? Watch the following Vox video and read the article on “11 ways race isn’t real”.
Q: Did the article change your mind as it intended? Discuss your reason and response in 1-2 paragraphs.
NOTE: One paragraph = 3-5 sentences.
