Contemporary World and Globalization Flashcards
It refers to the present time or the period of history in which we currently live.
It encompasses the current era and its defining features, trends, and characteristics.
It is a dynamic and ever-evolving period
Contemporary World
12 Characteristics of Contemporary World
Technological Advancements.
Globalization
Diversity and Multiculturalism.
Environmental Concerns
Social and Political Change.
Economic Shifts.
Political Instability
Health Challenges.
Information Age
Urbanization
Economic Disparities
Technological and Ethical Dilemmas
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
It refers to the rapid advancements in technology, particularly in areas such as information technology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and renewable energy, that have transformed the way people live, work, and communicate.
Technological Advancements
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
The increased globalization, where nations, economies, cultures, and societies are interconnected and interdependent. This interconnectedness facilitates the flow of goods, services, information, and people across borders.
Globalization
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
Contemporary societies are often diverse, with people from various cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds living together. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ and cultural \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ are celebrated and promoted in many parts of the world.
Diversity and Multiculturalism
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
The contemporary world is marked by growing awareness of environmental issues, including climate change, pollution, habitat loss, and resource depletion. Sustainable practices and environmental conservation efforts have gained prominence.
Environmental Concerns
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
Social and political movements advocating for equality, justice, and human rights have gained momentum. Issues such as gender equality, racial justice, LGBTQ+ rights, and immigration are central to contemporary debates.
Social and Political Change
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
Changes in the global economy, including shifts in economic power, the rise of emerging markets, and the digital economy, have significant implications for industries and job markets.
Economic Shifts
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
Persistence of political instability and conflicts in various regions, leading to migration, displacement, and humanitarian crises. Geopolitical tensions and international relations are complex and often contentious.
Political Instability
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
The contemporary world has faced global health challenges, including pandemics such as COVID-19. These events have highlighted the importance of public health infrastructure and international cooperation.
Health Challenges
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
The digital age has ushered in an era of instant access to information through the internet and social media. This has transformed communication, media, and the way people gather and disseminate information.
Information Age
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
The world is witnessing significant urbanization, with a growing percentage of the global population living in cities. Urban areas face unique challenges related to infrastructure, transportation, housing, and sustainability.
Urbanization
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
While there has been economic growth and poverty reduction in many regions, economic disparities within and between countries remain a pressing issue.
Economic Disparities
Characteristic of the Contemporary World
Advances in technology have raised ethical questions and dilemmas related to privacy, surveillance, genetic engineering, and the use of artificial intelligence.
Technological and Ethical Dilemmas
It refers to the interconnectedness and interdependence of nations, cultures, economies, and societies in the contemporary world.
It is a multifaceted phenomenon characterized by the flow of goods, services, information, technology, ideas, and people across national borders.
It is the expansion and intensification of social relations and consciousness across world-time and world-space.
Globalization
Globalization as Expansion
Expansion as a characteristic of globalization is evident through the following:
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Spatial Expansion
Increased Interconnectedness
Diversification of Cultural Exchange
Migration and Mobility
Global Issues and Challenges
Globalization as Expansion
Expansion as a characteristic of globalization is evident through:
-refers to the geographical spread of economic, cultural, and social activities beyond national borders. It involves the physical extension of networks, connections, and interactions across the globe. Examples include the spread of multinational corporations, global supply chains, and the proliferation of international trade.
Spatial Expansion
Globalization as Expansion
Expansion as a characteristic of globalization is evident through:
highlights the growing interconnectedness of nations and regions, as they become more interdependent through trade, investment, and communication.
Increased Interconnectedness