APWH Unit 9

Globalization

The increasing interconnectedness of economies, cultures, and populations through trade, communication, and technology.

Green Revolution

Agricultural movement beginning in the mid-20th century using high-yield crops and chemical fertilizers; boosted food production but raised environmental concerns.

Medical Innovations

Advances like antibiotics, vaccines, and improved surgical techniques that increased life expectancy globally.

Climate Change

Long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, largely driven by human activity and fossil fuel use.

Renewable Energy

Energy from sources that are naturally replenishing, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power.

Internet

A global communication network that revolutionized information sharing and transformed economies and societies.

Social Media

Digital platforms for communication and networking that influence culture, politics, and social movements.

World Trade Organization (WTO)

International body promoting and regulating global trade to reduce barriers and resolve disputes.

Multinational Corporations

Companies that operate in multiple countries, influencing global trade and economic development.

Human Rights Movements

Efforts to secure universal rights for all people, including campaigns against apartheid and for gender equality.

United Nations (UN)

International organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, development, and human rights.

International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Organization providing loans and economic advice to countries in financial crisis.

World Bank

An institution that provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries for development programs.

Cultural Globalization

The worldwide spread of cultural elements like music, food, fashion, and language.

Consumer Culture

A society centered on the buying and selling of goods, heavily influenced by advertising and global capitalism.

Digital Divide

The gap between those who have access to modern technology and those who do not, often reflecting global inequalities.