ch 1.3: metaphors of globalization Flashcards
METAPHORS OF GLOBALIZATION
(enumerate)
Solids, Liquids, Flows (& Structures)
Refers to increasing ease of movement of people, things, information, and places in the global age.
LIQUID
Give examples of LIQUID
- Information
- Transportation
- Business/Trade
Give examples of FLOW
- Waterfall
- Technology
- Currency
- Interconnected countries around the globe
Refers to the free movement of people, things, ideas, and culture across the globe due to the advances in technology, economic and political integration, and establishment of global policies that lessens and eliminates the existing borders.
FLOW
It refers to the (physical) barriers that may prevent free movement and it can be natural or man made.
SOLID
give examples of NATURAL SOLID
- Saar River
- Mountain
- Ocean
two types of SOLID
- NATURAL
- MAN-MADE
give examples of MAN-MADE SOLID
- South Africa — Zimbabwe boarder
- Mexico — USA boarder
- South Korea — North Korea boarder
- Great Wall of China
OTHER METAPHORS OF GLOBALIZATION
(enumerate)
Mirrors, Magicians, & Mutants
Portrays globalization as a powerful, transformative force that can create new realities and possibilities. This perspective draws attention to the complexities and hidden dynamics of globalization, emphasizing that such processes may both enchant and obscure, leading to questions about authenticity and power landscapes.
MAGICIANS
Suggests that globalization reflects societal values and beliefs, prompting self-examination. Through this lens, global interactions compel individuals and nations to confront their own identities and assumptions, fostering critical reflection on local contexts.
MIRRORS
Signifies marginalized groups adapting and resisting within the global landscape. It emphasizes the struggles and agency of these communities in asserting their identities, highlighting the ongoing challenges posed by globalization, while also celebrating resilience amidst adversity.
MUTANTS
