Hass Interconnections Test

GDP

Total value of all goods and services created by a country per year.

MEDC

More Economically Developed Country, characterized by a high GDP.

LEDC

Less Economically Developed Country, characterized by a low GDP.

Globalization

The increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of economies, societies, and cultures.

Positive impacts of globalization

Increased interconnection, accessibility, and cultural exchange.

Negative impacts of globalization

Changes in the way people work, overreliance on other countries, potential conflicts, reliance on technology, and inflation.

Tourism

The activities of visitors traveling to see places outside their normal environment.

Export

International tourists’ spending on goods and services contributes to a country's economy like traditional goods.

Recreational tourism

Tourism where individuals travel for enjoyment and relaxation.

Historical tourism

Tourism focused on visiting historically significant sites.

Wilderness tourism

Tourism that emphasizes natural environments.

Ecotourism

Type of tourism aimed at conserving the environment.

Cultural tourism

Tourism focused on experiencing different cultures.

SHEEPT factors

Social, Historical, Environmental, Economic, Political, Technology factors attracting tourists.

Economic benefits of tourism

Creates money for the country’s economy and promotes cultural exchange.

Negatives of tourism

Environmental damage, cultural erosion, overcrowding, rising costs for residents, and seasonal job exploitation.

Global interconnection

The way people, goods, money, and information move across the world.

Natural barriers

Geographical obstacles like mountains and rivers that complicate travel and trade.

Human barriers

Tariffs, trade restrictions, and government policies that hinder trade and communication.

International trade

Exchange of goods and services across national borders.

Trade barriers

Tariffs, quotas, and subsidies that limit international trade.

Digital connections

Connections made through the internet, social media, online shopping, and communication technologies.

Digital divide

Gap between those with access to digital technology and those without.

Indicators of the digital divide

Internet users, mobile subscriptions, cost of access, and digital literacy.

Spiritual connection to place

An emotional or spiritual link individuals have with specific locations.

Economic connection to place

A job or income dependent on a specific area.

Cultural connection to place

Shared language and customs that link people to locations.

Historical connection to place

Emotional attachment to places based on past events.

Impact of the Internet on connection

Enables instant communication, crucial for social interactions and during emergencies.

Online global services

Access to worldwide products, media, and services, including e-commerce.

E-commerce

Online buying and selling of goods and services, worth around $8 trillion globally.