Globalization and Social Studies Vocabulary

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering globalization terms, economic theories, historical events, and international organizations as discussed in the lecture notes.

Globalization

Countries become more connected through trade, technology, communication, and culture.

Global Village

The world feels smaller because people can communicate instantly.

Pluralistic Society

A society where many cultures live together and are respected.

Secularism

Religion is kept separate from the government.

Universalization

The spread of ideas, values, products, or culture worldwide.

Individual Identity

The traits, beliefs, and experiences that make a person unique.

Collective Identity

The shared identity of a group.

CBC/SRC

Canada's public broadcaster in English and French.

Cultural Content

Media that reflects a culture's values and traditions.

Transnational

Having connections across multiple countries.

Accommodation

Making adjustments so different groups can coexist.

Integration

Joining a society while keeping parts of your original culture.

Media Convergence

Different forms of media becoming connected.

Metropolises

Large, important cities.

APTN

Indigenous television network in Canada.

Cosmopolitan

Open to many cultures and ways of life.

Homogenization

Cultures becoming more alike.

Monoculture

One dominant culture with little diversity.

Minority Language

A language spoken by a smaller group.

Hybridization

Combining cultures to create something new.

Assimilation

Giving up your culture and adopting another.

Marginalization

Being pushed to the edge of society.

Democracy

Government where citizens have a voice and vote.

Official Bilingualism

English and French are official languages.

Media Concentration

A few companies own most media outlets.

Cultural Revitalization

Bringing back and strengthening culture and traditions.

CRTC

Regulates Canadian broadcasting and communications.

Acculturation

Adopting some parts of another culture while keeping your own.

Minority Group

A smaller or less powerful group in society.

Linguistic Identity

Identity connected to language.

Cultural Contact

Different cultures meeting and interacting.

Displacement

Being forced to leave your home or land.

Communism

System where resources are owned collectively and social equality is emphasized.

Eurocentrism

Viewing history and the world mainly from a European perspective.

Paternalistic

Acting as if you know what is best for others.

Depopulation

A decrease in population.

Capitalism

Economic system based on private ownership and profit.

Industrialization

Development of factories and machine production.

Colony

Territory controlled by another country.

Land Claims

Claims by Indigenous peoples to traditional lands.

International Trade

Buying and selling between countries.

Free Market

Economy with little government control.

Industrial Revolution

Period of major industrial growth and factory development.

Sphere of Influence

Area where a country has economic or political control.

Redress

Compensation or action taken to correct past wrongs.

Mercantilism

Economic system where countries seek wealth through trade and colonies.

Entrepreneur

Person who starts and runs a business.

Cottage Industries

Goods made in homes rather than factories.

Protectorate

A territory controlled and protected by another country.

Self-Government

The right to govern yourself.

Colonialism

Control of one country by another.

Exploitation

Using people or resources unfairly for benefit.

Residential Schools

Schools that attempted to assimilate Indigenous children into European culture.

Imperialism

Extending a country's power over other countries.

Canadiens

French-speaking settlers in New France.

Indian Act

Canadian law controlling many aspects of Indigenous life.

Ethnocentrism

Believing your culture is superior to others.

Reconciliation

Improving relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.

White Man's Burden

The belief that Europeans had a duty to "civilize" others.

Silk Road

Ancient trade routes linking Asia, Europe, and Africa.

World Bank

Provides loans for development projects.

Multinational Corporation

Company operating in multiple countries.

Quotas

Limits on imports or exports.

Trade Bloc

Group of countries that trade together.

European Union (EU)

Economic and political union of European countries.

IMF

International Monetary Fund; provides financial assistance to countries.

Hayek

Supported free markets and limited government involvement.

Keynes

Supported government involvement in the economy.

WTO

World Trade Organization; regulates global trade.

Tariff

Tax on imported goods.

Free Market Economy

Economy with little government regulation.

NAFTA

Trade agreement between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.

OECD

Organization promoting economic growth and cooperation.

CIDA

Canadian aid organization supporting development projects.

Deregulation

Reducing government rules on businesses.

Economic Nationalism

Protecting domestic businesses and industries.

Trade Liberalization

Reducing barriers to international trade.

Outsourcing

Moving jobs to another country to reduce costs.

Urbanization

Movement of people into cities.

Stewardship

Responsible management of resources.

Agribusiness

Large-scale farming businesses.

Arable Land

Land suitable for farming.

Nationalize

Government takes ownership of an industry.

Economic Interdependence

Countries relying on each other economically.

Containerization

Shipping goods in large standardized containers.

Deforestation

Cutting down forests.

G7/G8

Group of major industrialized countries.

Bretton Woods Agreement

Agreement that created the IMF and World Bank after WWII.

Knowledge Economy

Economy based on information, technology, and skills.

Quality of Life

Overall well-being and satisfaction with life.

Disparity

A difference or inequality between groups.

Citizen Advocacy

Citizens speaking up to create change.

NGO

Non-governmental organization that works to solve issues.

Standard of Living

Access to goods, services, and material necessities.

GDP per Capita

GDP divided by population; average economic output per person.

Protest

Public action showing disagreement.

Human Development Index (HDI)

Measures quality of life using GDP, education, and life expectancy.

Pandemic

Disease that spreads across many countries.

Employment Equity

Equal opportunities and equal pay for equal work.

Life Expectancy

Average number of years a person is expected to live.