1. Globalization
Morgan Lewis, Robert Lockhart, Caleb Thaxton

2. Globalization
 Description:
 interaction and integration
 Characteristics:
 driven by – trade, investment, and technology
 effects – environment, culture, political systems, economic development, and
human well-being
 Importance:
 promotes connections
 we thrive on competition
 Role in 21st Century:
 there’s a world outside your little bubble
 it’s how the world runs

3. Using Technology to Promote
Globalization
 Visuals and Materials:
 Ex. Have students create posters and/or PowerPoints demonstrating their knowledge of
globalization
 Podcasts:
 Ex. Have students listen to podcasts about how globalization has effected things such as
technology, trade, and/or human interactions
 Storytelling:
 Ex. Have students create their own videos on globalization
 Blogs:
 Ex. Have students read blogs on globalization and write responses to them
http://blogs.worldbank.org/developmenttalk/the-real-winners-and-losers-of-globalization
 YouTube:
 Ex. Have students watch educational videos to achieve a deeper understanding
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SnR-e0S6Ic
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oTLyPPrZE4

4. Specific Example of Using Technology to
Promote Globalization
 Completion of a WebQuest:
 Step 1: Visit this site - http://www.globalization101.org/what-is-globalization/ -
and answer these questions. 1. Sum up globalization in eight words or less. 2. Give
an example of “historic” globalization. 4. Interpret the quote by Thomas Friedman.
5.According to the article what is the defining feature of globalization?
 Step 2: Visit this site - http://www.sesameworkshop.org/aroundtheworld - the
website shows 13 countries in the blue bar where Sesame Street is shown. Click on
at least five of them and read about the different programs. Listen to a theme
song or two and the answer the following question. 1. How do the producers of
Sesame Street adapt to the cultures of the world, while “going global”? Give
specific examples.

5. Continued
 Step 3: Visit this site - http://www.thecocacolacompany.com/ourcompany/index.html -
and answer the following questions.
1. Coke by the numbers. (At the bottom of the page)•In how many countries are Coke
beverages sold? •How many employees does the company have worldwide? •How many
different beverages does Coke have worldwide?•How many servings of Coke are there per
day?
(Look at the horizontal scrolling bar near the top of the page, click on the “Coca-Cola
System” for #2 and #3)
2.What is the “Coca-Cola System” in terms of globalization?
3. What is Coke’s vision for globalization?
(Click on “Brands” at the top and look at five products that are unfamiliar to you. When you
are finished answer questions #4 and #5.)
4. How does Coke appreciate local diversity in its products? (In other words, how do they
respect the cultures of the various countries)
5. In your opinion, is Coca-Cola a “responsible global corporation”? Explain your point of
view.

6. Conclusion
 Important to stay connected to the rest of the world
 World processes depend greatly on it
 Understanding it makes you more prepared for life after school
 Being knowledgeable about it makes you more well-rounded
 It will always be a part of life

7. Work Cited
 http://www.globalization101.org/what-is-globalization/