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Effects of Globalization on cities and communities Option A: Effects of Globalization on Cities and Communities
Option A will require you to develop a research-based and well-written responsive essay concerning the effects of globalization on cities and communities. There is much research on the topic of globalization; however, you should be able to synthesize the wealth of information and to present a clear and well-researched responsive essay.
Effects of Globalization on cities and communities In Option A of this assignment, you should develop a responsive essay that addresses (at a minimum) the following:
- Define globalization.
- Discuss the historical origin of globalization
- Identify at least one theoretical perspective used to analyze globalization.
- Discuss general dimensions of globalization (please access the link below for an explanation of the general dimensions, which are interconnection, intensity, integration and institutionalization, pace, and level of impact).
- Identify major debates concerning globalization (e.g., hyperglobalizers; transformationalists).
- How have social institutions (or processes) in cities been affected by globalization? Here, you can discuss what some call “dimensions”. These include: the economy, politics, culture, technology and international trade relations.
- What are some successes, failures, and consequences of globalization?
- Identify current and/or future trends of globalization and its affect on cities.
Formatting
Be sure to follow all requirements concerning citations and requirements for submitting a well-developed responsive essay. The length of the responsive essay should not exceed 3-4 pages. Please double space your response. You can use the questions as an outline (or format) for your responses.
Be sure to follow all requirements concerning citations and requirements for submitting a well-developed responsive essay. The length of the responsive essay should not exceed 3-4 pages. Please double space your response. You can use the questions as an outline (or format) for your responses.