Sixth Grade Social Studies SS060115Unit 1: Foundations in Social Studies Lesson 15

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Globalization is caused by advancements in

technology, particularly in transportation and communication.

Global connections make worldwide cultural

exchange and economic trade possible.

Connections: An Interdependent World

Globalization brings people and the world

closer together than ever before.

Nations join together to form international organizations

Examples include NATO, the

European Union, the United

Nations, and UNICEF

Promote peace and provide

humanitarian aid

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Big Ideas Card

Big Ideas of Lesson 15, Unit 1

1. Globalization brings people and the world closer together than ever before.

2. Global connections make worldwide cultural exchange and economic trade possible.

3. Globalization has increased cooperation and interdependence among many nations of the world.

4. Nations may join together to form international organizations.

5. Some international organizations, such as the United Nations, promote peace among member nations and provide humanitarian aid.

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Sixth Grade Social Studies SS060115Unit 1: Foundations in Social Studies Lesson 15

124. globalization

the process in which countries are increasingly linked to each other through culture and trade

Example: Globalization is bringing nations around the world closer than ever before.

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125. interdependence

a relationship between countries in which they rely on one another for resources, goods, or services

Example: The expansion of global trade has increased interdependence among the world’s countries.

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126. international

involving more than one nation

Example: Organizations with many nations as their members are international organizations.

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127. humanitarian aid

assistance to people in distress

Example: In times of crisis and disaster, humanitarian aid is provided by many international organizations.

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128. NATO

the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; member nations agree to assist each other with defense

Example: Members of NATO agree to defend any fellow member who is attacked.

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129. European Union

an organization of European countries that work together on many issues

Example: The members of the European Union use a common currency called the Euro.

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Sixth Grade Social Studies SS060115Unit 1: Foundations in Social Studies Lesson 15

130. United Nations the United Nations (UN) is an organization of the world’s countries that promotes peace and security around the globe

Example: The United Nations is about 200 member nations strong.

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131. UNICEF

the United Nations Children’s Fund which promotes the rights and well-being of children

Example: UNICEF has raised lots of money to help children around the world.

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GLOBALIZATION: CAUSES & EFFECTS

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GLOBALIZATION IS:

THE CAUSES OF GLOBALIZATION ARE:

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GLOBALIZATION: CAUSES & EFFECTS (key)

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THE EFFECTS OF GLOBALIZATION ARE: