Globalisation: Trade and Global Governance

Year 13 Geography Understanding global interconnections and interdependence

Global Connections Mapping

List ways countries are interconnected globally Think about: Economic, Political, Social, Environmental Share your ideas with the class

Drivers of Globalisation

Technological advances in transport and communication Neoliberal economic policies promoting free trade Rise of Transnational Corporations (TNCs) International institutions (WTO, UN, IMF) Reduction in trade barriers and tariffs

International Trade vs Global Commons

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Data Analysis Challenge

Group A: Investigate international trade patterns and market access Group B: Study governance of global commons Analyse your data sets to identify patterns and challenges Prepare a 5-minute presentation of your findings

Critical Thinking

How successful are current systems in managing global issues? What tensions or inequalities exist in global trade? How does globalisation affect your daily life? What are the ethical implications of global governance?

Global Governance Challenges

Lesson Summary & Reflection

Globalisation creates economic, political, and social interdependence International trade drives economic growth but creates inequalities Global commons require collective action and governance Technology and institutions are key drivers of globalisation Current systems face significant challenges in managing global issues