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Unit Summary

This unit introduces pupils to the concept of globalisation and develops their understanding of how people and places are connected through economics and culture. Pupils will evaluate how the benefits and challenges brought by globalisation differs over global space.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to explain what globalisation is.

Key Notes

• Globalisation is the way in which the world has become more interconnected.
• Globalisation is not a new concept. Colonisation and exploration both led to the sharing of ideas and cultures.
• Globalisation can lead to a diverse society where there is a wide variety of people, religions and different cultures.

Vocabulary To Learn

• Globalisation: the process of the world becoming more interconnected
• Interconnected: when two or more things are linked to each other they are interconnected and have an impact on each other
• World trade: the global exchange of goods and services

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Globalisation is the world becoming more developed.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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