I’m sorry that missed you all again today, but I found out on my way to school this morning that my baby daughter would be released from the hospital today to come home. I will see you tomorrow. As you learned in class today, I am extending the blog deadline until Friday morning at 9:30 am. Make sure you read the next paragraph before beginning your assignment.
Most that have commented have done a pretty good job. However, some have missed the point that I made about writing a short essay response. In other words – 2 or 3 sentences just does not get it. Exercise your brains and give me some great comments. This is not a completion exercise. I am looking for evidence of real thought. Every one of you has the ability to do quality work, but ability is worth nothing unless it’s put to use.
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On Monday, you were assigned pages 101-106 to read as classwork - Time Reports: Our Shrinking World.
Combine what you learned from the Time Reports section with topics we have discussed in class concerning globalization - things such as cultural diffusion, emigration, and the movement of jobs and industries to other countries (Chapter 3 will be helpful here). After analyzing all of this information, write a thoughtful comment that addresses the following questions. Please do not feel that you are limited to just these questions. You can also include any well thought out ideas of your own.
- What is globalization?
- What are some of the benefits of globalization, for both Americans and non-Americans?
- Is globalization good for everyone? If not, who suffers in a globalized world?
- What are some of the things that young people today will have to do to prepare for life in a globalized world?
Very Important:
Your comment should consist of a well-written mini-essay. IM slang or abbreviations will not be accepted. Be careful to use proper grammar, correct spelling, and academic language.
Your comments must be posted by 9:30 am, on Thursday, November 8. Late comments will earn no more than half credit.
Do not hesitate to research the topic further. There is much information available online dealing with globalization. Try a Google or Yahoo search.
