Related Issue #2
To what extent should contemporary society respond to the legacies of historical globalization?
Events that happened in the past often affect people's lives today. In some ways, it is as if the past were still alive. Past events can affect the choices that are available to you now - but other choices are not yours to make.
One idea that you will encounter in this related issue is that historians and economists do not agree on exactly what historical globalization is or when it took place. Understanding historical globalization and its effects will help you develop an appreciation of contemporary, cross-cultural perspectives.
As you explore this related issue, you will come to appreciate
Chapters in Related Issue #2
Chapter 5 - Foundations of Globalization
Chapter 6 - Legacies of Historical Globalization
Chapter 7 - Legacies of Historical Globalization in Canada
Chapter 8 - Living with the Legacies of Historical Globalization
One idea that you will encounter in this related issue is that historians and economists do not agree on exactly what historical globalization is or when it took place. Understanding historical globalization and its effects will help you develop an appreciation of contemporary, cross-cultural perspectives.
As you explore this related issue, you will come to appreciate
- how decisions made and actions taken in the past are legacies of historical globalization
- how struggles between peoples with differing points of view and perspectives continue to affect the world today
- how governments, groups, and individuals are attempting to respond to the effects of historical globalization
- how you can develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between historical globalization and your life
- how you can respond to the effects of historical globalization
Chapters in Related Issue #2
Chapter 5 - Foundations of Globalization
- Why and how did globalization begin?
- How did the foundation of historical globalization affect people?
- How did the consequences of historical globalization affect people?
Chapter 6 - Legacies of Historical Globalization
- What are some legacies of globalization?
- How has cultural contact affected people?
- How has the exchange of goods and technologies affected people?
- How are the legacies of historical globalization continuing to affect people?
Chapter 7 - Legacies of Historical Globalization in Canada
- How did historical globalization affect Canada?
- What are some legacies of historical globalization in Canada?
- How has historical globalization affected Indigenous peoples in Canada?
- How do some legacies of historical globalization continue to affect Canada?
Chapter 8 - Living with the Legacies of Historical Globalization
- How effectively have people responded to the legacies of historical globalization?
- How effectively have governments responded to the legacies of historical globalization?
- How effectively have organizations responded to the legacies of historical globalization?
- How does historical globalization continue to affect the world?