SOC 330 RS T1 The Defintionsof Globalization Worksheet

SOC-330 Topic 1: The Definition of Globalization Worksheet

Instructions: Search for different definitions of globalization. Select 3 definitions, reflect on each source, and explain the

similarities and differences between the definitions. Consider how slight changes in the wording change the meaning and how the

definitions differ when written through a sociological lens (the textbooks definition). Compare each of the 3 definitions to the

textbook's definition.

Definition 1:

“Globalization is a term used to describe

the increasing connectedness and

interdependence of world cultures and

Definition 2:

“Globalization is the word used to describe the

growing interdependence of the world’s

economies, cultures, and populations, brought

Definition 3:

“Globalization means the speedup of

movements and exchanges (of

human beings, goods, and services,

https://education.nationalgeograph

ic.org/resource/globalization/

Source:

Kolb, M. (2022, October 24). What is

globalization?. PIIE.

https://www.piie.com/microsites/globalizati

on/what-is-globalization

Source:

What is globalization? examples,

definition, benefits and effects.

(2020, October 6). Youmatter.

https://youmatter.world/en/defi

nition/definitions-

globalization-definition-

benefits-effects-examples/