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Globalization

1. GLOBALIZATION THEORIES Theories see globalization as a process that increases either homogeneity or heterogeneity

2. HOMOGENEITY Refers to the increasing sameness in the world in terms of:

3. Religion Music Dance Clothes Beauty Products Movies Food Beliefs Create common practices (Culture)

4. Same economies WEALTH (Investment or Human Force) RESOURCES (Fossil Fuel/Natural Resources) PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION (clothing, electronics, vehicles, food)

5. SIMILAR FORMS OF GOVERNMENT DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC (Executive, Legislative, Judiciary). MONARCHY COMMMUNIST

6. HETEROGENEITY - refers to the differences and creation of various cultural practices, new economies, and political groups.

7. REASONS: Cultural Imperialism - is the domination of one culture over another. (OPM song) Cultural Hybridization - refers to the blending of culture and traditions to create new culture