A precise and exclusive definition of globalization all scholars agree with has not yet been made. The range is broad and differs from the eye of the beholder, since we are talking about a concept that has an impact all over the world, in every facet of life and on every single creature living on it. It is not simply definable through a single concept, but rather highly complex. This is also the difficulty about it and embraces the questions about the beginning, the intensity and where this leads to. I will examine these questions in this essay. Therefore I suggest to consider globalization as an open concept with its consequences. They might be advantageous for somebody, but disadvantageous for somebody else at the same time. Hence, I will collect a number of facts that globalization brought about and maybe try to give ideas in how far they could be considered as positive or negative of different actors. This collection can’t be exclusive and should be examined to exemplify.
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1. Discussion of theoretical perspectives (views, strategies) that help to understand the phenomena of globalization - A critical assessment of its advantages and disadvantages
Objectives and Topics
This essay aims to examine the complex, multifaceted nature of globalization by assessing its diverse impacts on society, politics, and culture, while critically evaluating both its beneficial and detrimental consequences for various global actors.
- Historical evolution of globalization and its non-linear development.
- Theoretical definitions of globalization, globality, and glocalization.
- The impact of globalization on territory, national identity, and culture.
- Comparative analysis of the sceptical and radical theses regarding globalization.
- Ecological risks and the emergence of a global "risk society."
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Discussion of theoretical perspectives (views, strategies) that help to understand the phenomena of globalization - A critical assessment of its advantages and disadvantages
A precise and exclusive definition of globalization all scholars agree with has not yet been made. The range is broad and differs from the eye of the beholder, since we are talking about a concept that has an impact all over the world, in every facet of life and on every single creature living on it. It is not simply definable through a single concept, but rather highly complex. This is also the difficulty about it and embraces the questions about the beginning, the intensity and where this leads to. I will examine these questions in this essay. Therefore I suggest to consider globalization as an open concept with its consequences. They might be advantageous for somebody, but disadvantageous for somebody else at the same time. Hence, I will collect a number of facts that globalization brought about and maybe try to give ideas in how far they could be considered as positive or negative of different actors. This collection can’t be exclusive and should be examined to exemplify.
The concept of globalization is new, but the process has already been evident in history. Hopkins gives a good historical overview in four phases: Beginning with the sixteenth century, the first footsteps towards globalization have been set through industrialization. This is when globalization got first connected to capitalism, although the process started earlier for china. Different states and first transnationality started from the seventeenth tot he nineteenth century, namely from the Treaty of Westphalia (1648) on. The nineteenth century opened the era of free trade and extensive movements of goods and people. This lead to the middle of this century. Here the upward process had a cut, which was the interwar period, that led to deglobalization. This shows, that we are not talking of a simply linear process. Afterwards, from the nineteen fifties on, we have the period of the contemporary globalization. It is the era of the development of many characteristics such as a common language, a global civil society and the emergence of new states.
Summary of Chapters
Discussion of theoretical perspectives (views, strategies) that help to understand the phenomena of globalization - A critical assessment of its advantages and disadvantages: This section introduces the concept of globalization as a complex, open-ended phenomenon and outlines its historical evolution through four distinct phases, while highlighting the interconnectedness of modern societies.
Keywords
Globalization, Globality, Glocalization, Cultural Imperialism, Reflexive Modernity, Risk Society, Interconnectedness, Capitalism, Nation-state, Deglobalization, Homogenization, Democracy, Networking, Human Rights, Ecology
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fundamental subject of this work?
The essay explores the phenomenon of globalization, examining its historical roots, theoretical frameworks, and its diverse effects on modern society.
What are the primary thematic fields covered?
The work covers themes such as cultural imperialism, economic interconnectedness, historical phases of globalization, the emergence of the "risk society," and the role of technology.
What is the primary objective of this essay?
The goal is to provide a critical assessment of globalization by looking at both its advantages and disadvantages from various academic perspectives.
Which scientific methods are employed?
The author uses a literature-based analytical approach, contrasting the "sceptical" and "radical" theses to evaluate the reality and impacts of globalization.
What does the main body of the text address?
The main body investigates the complexity of global processes, territorial changes, cultural impacts, and the risks associated with global interconnectedness.
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Key terms include globalization, glocalization, reflexive modernity, risk society, cultural imperialism, and the balance of global power.
How does the author define the concept of 'Glocalization'?
It is defined as a symbiosis of the terms 'global' and 'local,' representing the creation and incorporation of locality that shapes the compression of the world.
What does the author identify as the 'best-of-globalization'?
The author highlights the invention of human rights, the empowerment of women, and the expanded possibilities for global networking as positive outcomes.
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- MA Sandra Filzmoser (Author), 2011, Discussion of theoretical perspectives that help to understand the phenomena of globalization, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/200337
