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Lesson Two

Assignment

Open a new Word document or PowerPoint presentation. Label it SS10U1L2.surname
In this document, complete ONE of the assignments outlined below.  CLEARLY indicate which assignment you have chosen.
Submit this assignment using the Assignment Folder for U1L2 Forces.

Watch the following video on World Globalization:

Then, complete and submit only ONE of the following...

NOTE: If you choose to complete in prezi format, you MUST copy the URL into a word document and submit to moodle.  (Do not 'share' your presentation)

CHOICE 1.  One of the key developments in economic globalization has been the rise of large corporations such as Google, Exxon, Disney, Bombardier, Nike, Starbucks, Microsoft, McDonald's and Coca-Cola, whose operations extend into many countries. Some transnational corporations have budgets larger than those of many countries. Countries often go to great lengths to encourage transnational corporations to expand their operations within their territories, but critics worry that these corporations are so powerful that they threaten the ability of nations to manage their own economic, political and social affairs effectively.  Be sure to include a bibliography that includes 3+ sources.


Research TWO of the following transnational corporations and identify opportunities and challenges each corporation poses to society (in other words, consider multiple perspectives regarding corporate accountability).  Creatively and accurately present your findings in terms of the kinds of benefits and drawbacks (or negative impacts) presented by transnational corporations  in aspects such as jobs, work conditions in foreign countries, secondary industries, exports, political interference, environmental costs, human rights and animal welfare, etc. 

  • Tim Horton's - There are over 3,000 locations in Canada, and more than 556 Tim Hortons Doughnut Shops in the United States
  • Unilever – The world’s biggest food and soap company with outlets in 150 countries round the world, selling products as diverse as Omo washing powder, Lipton tea, Dove soap and Magnum ice-cream.
  • Gazprom – The biggest company in Russia and the largest gas company in the world – and only a decade old
  • Levi’s – The company that invented jeans, and has been in business for 150 years.
  • Shell – The energy company that operates in 140 countries, and, through chain of petrol filling stations, claims to run the largest retail network in the world.
  • McDonald’s – The world’s best-known fast food brand with over 30,000 restaurants in 120 countries.

Examples of ways to present your findings include the following:

 - Chart analysis/Graph (include images)
 - Power Point with images and explanatory captions
 - Collage with explanatory captions
 - Prezi that includes captions and images - https://prezi.com/

Be sure to include a bibliography that includes 3+ sources.

CHOICE 2.  Chapter two is divided into four Globalizing Forces. Create a power point or prezi presentation ( http://prezi.com/) that includes the following information:

1. highlights of all four forces (a one-paragraph summary of each globalizing force)
2. a description of a current event that coincides with each globalizing force.
3. explanation of how each globalizing force influences your identity (positive and negative)
4. image that enhances each globalizing force.
5. a bibliography (to indicate the sources of information you used)

The four Globalizing Forces and a coinciding Current Issue to present are:
- Trade  &  Current Issue
- Communication Technology  &  Current Issue
- Transportation  &  Current Issue
- Media  & Current Issue

Be sure to include a bibliography that includes 3+ sources.


CHOICE 3.  The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is a political organization in Canada that promotes the economic, social and political goals of the more than 630 First Nations communities in Canada.  The AFN uses media and communications technology to promote these goals.  “Language is our unique relationship to the Creator, our attitudes, beliefs, values and fundamental notions of what is truth.  Our Languages are the cornerstone of who we are as a People.  Without our Languages our cultures cannot survive.”  Research this issue and suggest some ways that governments, individuals and cultural groups can promote and revitalize languages.  Which efforts do you think might prove most successful?
Possible Resource Links (be sure to research other sites as well): 

https://www.afn.ca/article.asp?id=122

The Gift of Language
Aboriginal Language Initiative
The Importance of Language

Present your findings in a creative way – Power Point with visuals, Poster, Speech, Song/Poem, Formal Campaign or prezi presentation - http://prezi.com/

Be sure to include a bibliography that includes 3+ sources.



CHOICE 4. You read about coltan mining in chapter one and banana production in this chapter.  These two products show the negative effects between globalization and personal and collective identity.  Choose another trade item (coffee, chocolate, jeans, T-shirts, electronic devices, etc.) and prepare a two minute documentary in the form of a power point, radio, video report or prezi presentation - http://prezi.com/
Your presentation should show...

  • how the economic, political, environmental and social dimensions of producing the item links various aspects of the identity of the stakeholders. 
  • how the item reflects the economic, political, environmental and social dimensions of globalization.
  • the positive or negative aspects of the forces of globalization where your choice of topic is concerned.

  • Be sure to include a bibliography that includes 3+ sources.


CHOICE 5. Research the following banana companies: Chiquita, Del Monte, Dole, Fyffes, Noboa and National Companies to decide which one has the most serious approach to ethical, social and environmental issues in recent years. In a short essay (1 page), present your findings and use evidence to support which company you believe to be the most supportive of worker rights.
Be sure to include a bibliography that includes 3+ sources.

*This choice assignment will be evaluated based in the following RUBRIC.

1. Knowledge: /10
2. Content: /15
3. Design/Mechanics/bibliography: /5
TOTAL  /30


Due dates are listed within the Course Calendar. Please refer to this for all updates.