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The document discusses globalization, highlighting its role in connecting economies and cultures through trade and technology while noting both its benefits, such as economic growth and cultural diversity, and its drawbacks, including inequality and labor exploitation. It also analyzes the impact of globalization on various sectors, including the economy, politics, and culture, and addresses personal and societal changes resulting from globalization. Finally, it proposes the establishment of an organization, Global Fair Work, aimed at combating labor exploitation in developing countries.

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globalization

The document discusses globalization, highlighting its role in connecting economies and cultures through trade and technology while noting both its benefits, such as economic growth and cultural diversity, and its drawbacks, including inequality and labor exploitation. It also analyzes the impact of globalization on various sectors, including the economy, politics, and culture, and addresses personal and societal changes resulting from globalization. Finally, it proposes the establishment of an organization, Global Fair Work, aimed at combating labor exploitation in developing countries.

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Task 1: Research on Globalization

Globalization is the process through which countries, economies, and cultures


become increasingly interconnected through trade, technology, communication,
and the exchange of information. It has been driven by advancements in
technology, transportation, and trade liberalization.

Facts:

 Globalization has facilitated international trade, allowing countries to access


markets and products worldwide.
 It has contributed to economic growth in several developing countries,
increasing employment and opportunities.
 Globalization has promoted the use of English as a global language for
business and communication.

Opinions:

 Some believe globalization is beneficial because it improves access to


goods and services and fosters development.
 Others argue that it creates inequality, as large corporations benefit more
than workers and small businesses.

Summary:
Globalization has transformed the world by connecting economies and cultures. It
has brought benefits such as economic growth and innovation but also challenges
like labor exploitation and cultural homogenization.

Task 2: Video Analysis

Economy:
✅ Positive: Economic growth, job creation, access to more products.
❌ Negative: Economic inequality, labor exploitation, dependence on multinational
corporations.

Politics:
✅ Positive: Greater cooperation between countries, international treaties,
advancements in human rights.
❌ Negative: Loss of national sovereignty, corporate influence over political
decisions.

Culture:
✅ Positive: Greater cultural diversity, access to different traditions and knowledge.
❌ Negative: Loss of cultural identity, homogenization of customs, dominance of
Western culture.

Task 3: Globalization Questions

1. How has globalization changed Mexico?


o Increased international trade through the USMCA.
o Expansion of foreign companies in the country.
o Influence of American culture in music, movies, and fashion.
o Economic dependence on exports to the U.S.
2. How has globalization changed you personally?
o Access to technology and social media to connect with the world.
o Consumption of international products in daily life.
o Use of English as a tool for global communication.
3. Who benefits the most/least from globalization?
o Most benefited: Large corporations, developed countries, people
with education and access to technology.
o Least benefited: Factory workers with low wages, small businesses
competing with corporations, developing countries without
infrastructure.

Task 4: Product Analysis

Example of objects and their countries of origin:

 Cell phone (Made in China)


 Nike sneakers (Manufactured in Vietnam)
 Shirt (Made in Bangladesh)

Answers to questions:

 What do we know about these countries? They have cheap labor and
difficult working conditions.
 Why are they made abroad? Because production is cheaper due to low
wages.
 Who benefits? Multinational companies and consumers who get lower-
priced products.
 Who suffers or is exploited? Workers with low wages and harsh working
conditions.
 Why is the economy structured this way? To maximize profits and
reduce production costs.
Task 5: Analysis of the Article "Eat, Sleep, Buy, Die"

Facts (F) and Opinions (O):

1. ✅ F – Severe environmental changes are happening worldwide.


2. ❌ O – Globalization is synonymous with Americanization.
3. ✅ F – Only 20% of the world’s population lives in rich countries, but they
consume 86% of the world’s resources.
4. ✅ F – The more people are in debt, the richer banks become.
5. ❌ O – The U.S. is a target for those who do not benefit from globalization.
6. ✅ F – Developing countries' debt repayments are nine times higher than the
aid they receive.
7. ✅ F – The global economy values profit over morality.
8. ✅ F – Industrialized Western countries exploit workers in poorer nations.

Article Analysis: True or False Statements

1. ✅ True – "The economy" is not the same as the real economy.


2. ❌ False – More spending does not always mean a better life.
3. ✅ True – If people stop spending, the economy can collapse.
4. ❌ False – Companies create artificial needs rather than responding to real
consumer demands.
5. ❌ False – Buying cheap goods can harm exploited workers.
6. ✅ True – Many developing countries export food to pay off their debts.
7. ✅ True – We know how to solve some of these problems, but we don’t want
to.

Explanation of bold words/phrases:

 Production and consumption: The modern economy depends on people


constantly buying products.
 Consumption crisis: The need to keep spending can lead to financial and
environmental problems.
 Debt cycle: Poor countries cannot escape debt because they only pay the
interest.

Final Product: Organization Against Labor Exploitation

Organization Name: Global Fair Work


Problem to solve: Labor exploitation in factories in developing countries.

Action Plan:

1. Create awareness campaigns to encourage consumers to buy fair-trade


products.
2. Demand transparency from companies about working conditions in their
factories.
3. Promote international laws regulating wages and working conditions.
4. Encourage local and sustainable production instead of relying on cheap
labor.

Objective: Ensure fair working conditions and decent wages for all workers.

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