Scale From Local to Globalization Local to Global

Scale: From Local to Globalization

Local to Global �On a local scale geographers see unique features �On a global scale geographers see broad patterns �“Think global, act local” �“ Think and act both global and local”

Globalization of Economy �Force or process that involves the entire world and results in making something worldwide in scope. �The scale of the world is shrinking �Our world is more uniform, integrated and interdependent

Globalization of Economy �Transnational corporations: conducts research, operates factories and sells products in many countries, not just where its headquarters and principal shareholders are located. �Multinational corporation �How do you think technology has caused transnational corporations? �What are the major worldwide cities whose decisions affect the global economy?

Globalization of the Economy Fig. 1 -17: The Denso corporation is headquartered in Japan, but it has regional headquarters and other facilities in North America and Western Europe.

Globalization of culture �What are the major Elements of culture? �Customary beliefs �Social customs �Material traits �Affects of globalization of culture �Fewer local differences �Enhanced communications �Unequal access �Difficulty in maintaining of local traditions

Opposition to globalization? �Intolerance �Violence