Globalization and Cultural Anthropology

Flashcards covering essential concepts from the lecture on globalization and cultural anthropology.

What is globalization?

Increasing interconnectedness among all cultures.

What are the five 'scapes' of globalization?

Financescape, Ideoscape, Ethnoscape, Technoscape, and Mediascape.

What is the positive effect of globalization related to culture?

Syncretism: combining differing beliefs into something new.

What is glocalization?

Adoption of global ideas to fit existing cultural norms.

What are some negative effects of globalization?

Cultural identity extinction, colonization, and increased global consumption.

How did quinoa cultivation in Bolivia change with globalization?

Global demand increased, forcing indigenous farmers to adopt industrial methods.

What is urban anthropology?

Studying issues and benefits caused by globalization and transnationalism.

What is cultural relativism?

The recognition that different cultures have differing morals and traditions.

What is the concept of WEIRD cultures?

Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic cultures.

What is the significance of critical cultural relativism?

It helps compare cultures and assess which traditions or morals might be better.