Summary of Issues and Learning Outcomes
Lesson Outcome
Inquiry Questions
11
Activity 11
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the extent that economic globalization impacts people, communities, and countries by writing a major response essay.
Is globalization inevitable?
To what extent is economic globalization desirable?
To what extent should we embrace globalization?
Are there alternatives to the process of globalization that we have examined to this point?
Values and
Attitudes Outcomes
2.2
exhibit a global consciousness with respect to the human condition
3.1
recognize and appreciate multiple perspectives that exist with respect to the relationships among politics, economics, the environment and globalization
3.2
recognize and appreciate impacts of globalization on the interdependent relationships among people, the economy and the environment
4.1
recognize and appreciate the impact of globalization on the quality of life of individuals and communities
4.10 evaluate means by which individuals, governments, organizations and businesses could address opportunities and challenges of globalization (proglobalization activism, anti-globalization activism, legislation, agreements, consumer activism, corporate responsibility)
Knowledge and
Understanding Outcomes
3.3
explore understandings of contemporary economic globalization
3.6
analyze economic challenges and opportunities of globalization (trade liberalization, foreign investment, economic growth, privatization, outsourcing, knowledge economy)
3.8
evaluate actions and policies associated with globalization that impact the environment (land and resource use, resource development agreements, environmental legislation)
3.9
analyze multiple perspectives on sustainability and prosperity in a globalizing world
4.4
explore various understandings of quality of life
4.8
analyze how globalization affects individuals and communities