LEARNING OUTCOME 6: Distinguish the elements that affect the changes in the cultural manifestations.

The nexts is a clear example of how media can manipulate the public opinion against or in favor of someone.

FACTORS THAT IMPACT CHANGES IN THE CULTURAL MANIFESTATIONS OF THE POPULATION 

It is important that interculturalism consists of the peaceful and harmonious interaction that should prevail between different individuals and groups that inhabit the world, be it that they live in the same territory or are located in distant regions. But, how does globalization influence this interaction?

Globalization is an economic process characterized by the increasing liberalization of the markets that has particularly favored the rich and powerful countries, which have huge amounts of capital (money and goods) and are at the forefront of scientific and technological progress.  This privileged and beneficial position allows them to dominate the world economy and subordinate other countries. Globalization has a “dark side” associated with the negative effects it generates; for example: increasing poverty and the accentuated marginalization in several regions of the world, including some of the most developed nations.

Globalization is comprised of, the economic side as well as social and cultural aspects that manifest themselves in significant changes, both as ideas and customs, as well as the mindset and the way people act. Then, there is a trend of cultural homogenization that influences our consumption habits, but also our fears, aspirations and desires.

ACTIVITY

To reflect on how globalization culturally affects our daily lives, in pairs, answer the following questions in your notebooks.

1.- What are your favorite foreign TV shows, where do you think they are produced?

2.- Without making them up, write down three English, Arabic and Chinese songs and the names of the respective singers. What nationalities did you leave out and Why?

3.- Of the films that you’ve recently watched at the movies, write down three that you believe have been shown in various parts of the world

4.- Write down the equivalent, in Spanish, of the following words or sentences: Chatting, ok, Do you want a Kleenex? Can I borrow your iPod? Let’s park the truck! Check your email, Are you going to eat your lunch?

Present your answers to the group and answer the question: What culture broadcasts the television programs, movies, songs, etc., you mentioned in your classmates?