Globalization

Globalization maybe a term that is coming up a lot in the news or socail media, but it has been going on for years. Globalization is not an "act" that is on the uprising, we may be just hearing about it more because we have the resources and technology to hear about it more. Globalization has to do with international integration from the interchanging of goods, business, products, ideas, aspects of cultures, and much more. The article and video that we were able to view were very interesting. I believe that everyone has their own opinion and views about different levels of gloalization. I believe that levels of gloabalization are great! Trading ideas, good, and cultures amoung countries should happen all around the world! Now a days it is very easy for everyone to see the forms of globalization happening. It is very apparent that McDonalds has chains all around the world. Also I know that Walmart actually has store around the world. Some stores did not end up working out because they did not do their research about the area where they were putting the store. I am eager to learn more about positive and negative aspects of globalization and to be able to see it when we visit different places this summer. 

I tried to upload this cool picture, but my computer is not letting me. I'm sure some of you have seen it, but if you would like to see it follow this link: 
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Being Cuturally Aware

When traveling other places that has different traditions or cultures than what you are accustomed to, you should always be respectful and culturally aware of others. I have always liked the saying: "Treat others how you want to be treated." This saying should especially apply when you are traveling. When people come visit the United States, you always want them to be respectful of our country! This is how we should act when we are visiting other countries this summer. There are a lot of different traditions that we are not accustomed to in Ireland and Scotland. Just because you may not like it or agree with it does not mean that you should be disrespectful towards it. For example, when I think of Ireland the first thing that comes to my mind is red headed people with an accent. I know that not everyone in Ireland is going to have red hair or even have an accent. Also, I have heard the food is a little different. I am very excited to try different foods while we are over there. I may not like all of them, but that doesn't mean that I am not going to try them. I think the biggest factor that everyone should focus on is being respectful to the other cultures that we will be seeing. I am excited to learn and experience the different cultures!! I found this picture that I wanted to share!

 

- Abby