globalism/globalization and how theyaffectourquality of life

globalism/globalization and how theyaffectourquality of life

Learning Objective: Through analysis, we will recognize that social, political, and economic changes can be challenging, but they can also be beneficial.

Here are several speeches from world leaders representing numerous approaches to globalism or globalization. Watch at least two of the supplied videos. Follow the 3+1 Rule, plus refer to two of the provided videos, to identify a pro and a con of how these forces of change affect your quality of life.

Present your findings as a written speech. The speech should be no less than 500 words and no more than 700 words in length. Focus on the classroom provided materials to construct the arguments in your speech. Be sure to include a thesis statement and use your speech to support the argument in your thesis. Provide a clear and strong closing argument.

Pope FrancisReligious LeaderPope Francis shares his thoughts on globalization, CNN, 2015
Mark ZuckerbergFounder, FacebookMark Zuckerberg Tells Harvard Graduates To Embrace Globalism, ‘A Sense Of Purpose’, NPR, 2017
George W Bush43rd President the United StatesApril 9, 2007: Speech on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, UVA Miller Center, 2007
Justin TrudeauPrime Minister, CanadaJustin Trudeau: ‘Globalisation isn’t working for ordinary people’, The Guardian, 2016
Emmanuel MacronPresident, FranceFrance’s Macron says globalization is going through a major crisis, CNBC, 2018
Marie Le PenFrench Presidential CandidateLe Pen blasts globalisation in speech, AP Archive, 2017
Theresa MayPrime Minister, United KingdomTheresa May’s full speech at the U.N. General Assembly, The Washington Post, 2018
David BrooksMedia, Opinion EditorialDavid Brooks: Globalism, Immigration And Feminism “Good For America” But Created “Angry” White Males, Real Clear Politics, 2016
Wannis KabbajTed Talk speechHow nationalism and globalism can coexist, TED, 2018
Jonathan HaidtTed Talk: The Psychology Behind GlobalismThe psychology behind globalism, nationalism & political tribalism – Jonathan Haidt, Gravitahn, 2016
Warren BuffetGlobalism & Tariffs (starts at 3:22)Warren Buffett: We do not want trade wars, Fox Business, 2018

Each Primary Assignment requires:

  • a thesis statement,
  • an APA style bibliography,
  • use of APA style in-line citations, and
  • adherence to the 3+1 Rule.

The 3+1 Rule requires students to use a minimum of three assigned readings from the current week and one from a previous week. This rule encourages students to review and connect the assigned readings from week to week.

this weeks readings

last weeks readings

The Bill of Rights: A Transcription, National Archives

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