Lessons 1-3

CG3 Patterns of Global Interactions :Define the process of globalization and evaluate the merit of this concept to describe the contemporary world by analyzing the distribution of wealth and resources and efforts to narrow the inequitable distribution of resources.

Supporting Questions: How are contemporary global issues reflective of both historic conflict between civilizations and increased globalization? What makes a matter a global issue?Why are some people richer (or poorer than others?)

Lessons 1 &3

G3 Patterns of Global Interactions

Define the process of globalization and evaluate the merit of this concept to describe the contemporary world by analyzing cultural diffusion and the different ways cultures/societies respond to “new” cultural ideas.

Supporting Question: How has cultural diffusion contributed to globalization in the 20^th and 21^st centuries?