Ysiad Karl Torres February 07, 2024 BSN 4-E SOCIO101 Assignment #1 1. What is globalization? • Globalization is basically how things are more connected all over the world these days. It's like trade, travel, and information moving faster and easier than ever before. 2. What are the different factors that gave rise to globalization? • • • Transportation advancements: Developments in shipping, air travel, and logistics have dramatically reduced the cost and time of moving goods internationally. Rise of democracy and market reforms: Many countries adopted open-market policies and embraced international trade. Cultural exchange and migration: People traveling and working abroad create cultural fusion and understanding, fostering global interconnectedness. 3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of globalization? Advantages: • • • • • Economic growth: Increased trade and investment can lead to higher economic growth, job creation, and improved living standards. Greater choice and competition: Consumers benefit from a wider variety of goods and services at more competitive prices due to globalization. Spread of knowledge and technology: Globalization facilitates the sharing of ideas, innovations, and best practices across borders, leading to faster advancements in various fields. Cultural exchange and understanding: Increased exposure to different cultures promotes tolerance, understanding, and appreciation for diversity. International cooperation: Globalization fosters collaboration on global challenges like climate change, poverty, and pandemics. Disadvantages: • Job losses: Some industries may face job losses due to outsourcing to countries with lower labor costs. • Widening inequality: Globalization can benefit developed nations more than developing ones, increasing the gap between rich and poor. • Environmental concerns: Increased production and transportation can lead to environmental degradation and pollution. • Cultural homogenization: The dominance of some cultures over others can threaten cultural diversity and local traditions. • Exploitation of labor and resources: Unethical practices like child labor and unsustainable resource extraction can occur in some globalized industries. 4. What are the things that you have enjoyed because of globalization? • Technological advancements: Smartphones, affordable electronics, and even medical equipment often rely on components manufactured or assembled globally, making cutting-edge technology more accessible. • Connecting with others: Social media platforms and communication tools connect us with friends, family, and like-minded individuals across borders, fostering global friendships and collaboration. • Access to knowledge: Online resources and educational platforms offer learning opportunities and access to information from across the globe, enriching our knowledge and understanding. 5. What is the relevance of this subject to your course? • • • Increased patient diversity: As populations migrate and interact more globally, I would likely encounter patients from diverse cultural backgrounds, requiring sensitivity and understanding of their unique needs and healthcare practices. Continuous learning: As globalization evolves, staying updated on emerging global health issues, regulations, and best practices will be crucial. My program can equip myself with lifelong learning skills and resources. International opportunities: With increased demand for skilled nurses globally, I might consider international work placements, research collaborations, or humanitarian aid missions. My program might offer resources and guidance for these opportunities. 6. What are the topics that you have in mind that you want or expect to be tackled in this course? • I expect to understand about cultural resistance because not everyone welcomes globalization. Some groups might resist the dominance of certain cultures and strive to preserve their own unique identities.
