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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 the challenges associated with globalisation.

Key Notes

• Globalisation can have severe environmental consequences and can increase global warming.
• Local businesses are often out-competed by foreign businesses leading them to close down.
• Globalisation has been blamed for creating a more uniform culture around the world.

Vocabulary To Learn

• global warming: the increase in Earth's average temperature over a long period of time
• TNC: transnational corporations are large businesses that operate in many different countries globally
• greenhouse gas emissions: the release of gases into Earth's atmosphere that trap heat and contribute to climate change
• culture: a way of life, customs and behaviours that a group of people share
• fossil fuels: natural energy sources that were formed over millions of years; they include coal, oil and gas

Common Mistakes To Avoid

• Western culture refers to only North America.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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• The UK's imports and exports Study Guide
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• Transnational corporations Study Guide