Globalization

Paper Summary:

The paper discusses the term "globalization" and offers various interpretations and definitions of the word. The paper then looks at both the positive and negative impact globalization has had economically, culturally, and politically.

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Abstract
Cultural Globalization
Social Effects
McDonaldization
Conclusions

From the Paper:

"Just like with globalization, the phenomenon of McDonaldization has both positive and negative implications. Professor George Ritzer at the University of Maryland points out that the mechanized work introduced by the corporations reduces the need for human labor, increasing as such the unemployment rate. Then, aside from the jobs lost, those workers that still have positions within companies, are required to think less, be less creative and will in the end lose their individuality".

Sample of Sources Used:

• Hernandez-Diaz, R.J. Summer 2004. The Globalization of Nothing and the McDonaldization of the Church. The SEMI, Issue One
• Ritzer, George. 2007. The Globalization of Nothing 2., Second Revised Edition, Pine Forge Press
• Ritzer, George, 2007, The McDonaldization of Society, Fifth Edition, Pine Forge Press
• Rothkop, David. June 22, 1997. In Praise of Cultural Imperialism? Effects of Globalization on Culture. Foreign Policy
• Ruarez-Orozco, Carola. Suarez-Orozco, Marcelo M. 2002. Children of Immigration (The Developing Child). Harvard University Press

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