The Three World Model WORLD ISSUES 120 An
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The Three World Model WORLD ISSUES 120
An issue – an explanation An important subject open to discussion or debate that usually has: Complex causes Inter-related environmental, social, political and economic factors People with different points of view Complex, imperfect solutions Global implications Example: Alberta Oil Sands & the Energy East Pipeline
Perspective/Values Your perspective on an issue is going to be influenced by your values and ethics. How? Imagine: you are in a position to save either a vial with the cure for cancer or your brother. Which do you choose? Why?
The Three World Model Have you heard the term “third world”? What do you think of the when you hear it? What about the term “first world”? “second world”? Originally, the world was divided into 3 sections during the Cold War.
Three World Model
The First World 1 st World countries were those associated with the United States and her Allies during the Cold War. These included Canada, Western European countries, and others. 1 st World countries are defined as those with high standards of living including: High life expectancy High literacy rate (education) High average income
The Second World The 2 nd World consisted of the Soviet Union and her communist allies during the Cold War. These included China, Eastern Europe, North Korea, and others.
The Third World The 3 rd World were countries that were not allied with either of the superpowers during the Cold War. These included African & South American countries, as well as others. 3 rd World countries are defined as those with very low standards of living including: Low life expectancy Low literacy rate (education) Low average income
The Fourth World Model Since the end of the Cold War, the 2 nd world has basically ceased to exist. People began using the terms 1 st World and 3 rd World refer to economic status. The term 4 th world is often used to refer to a sub-population of people living in 1 st world countries but in 3 rd world conditions. They are often native/indigenous people
