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Internationalism and Nationalism

Review the bulleted questions on page 253 Why might an arms fair be considered an issue of international importance?

Read the caption to Figure 11-1 on page 252 and the introduction on page 253 Why might a government argue that selling and purchasing weapons is in their national interest?

How Have Changing World Conditions Promoted The Need For Internationalism?

Read over the quote by Kenichi Ohmae What do Ohmae’s words mean?

Do you agree that advances in communications have made the nation-state irrelevant? Has this made internationalism more powerful? How? Is this a good thing for individuals? For nations? For the world? Why?

Read page 254 Considering a response to the question in Figure 11-2

Global Village

Read page 255 When finished, complete the following: Describe what is referred in your textbook as a Global Village , with examples Describe Voluntary Balkanization Use an example (the internet) in your description The Internet closes peoples minds because they mostly interact with like-minded individuals and communities online Agree or Disagree?

Effects of Technology on Citizenship and Democracy

Read page 256 Be ready to discuss the Activity Read Voices on the same page Is there a contradiction between these two quotations?

Some people believe that globalization has made it impossible to retreat from internationalism Write a statement that states your prediction for the future of internationalism

And Finally…

Begin a list of terms from this chapter, which include… Any term/phrase/concept that would be considered important in helping you with your … International Water Crisis Presentation Any suggestions as to what you should include?

How Have The United Nations’ Changing International Responses Affected Nationalism?

Review the FYI on page 257 Why might some countries support this UN mandate?

Why might some countries oppose this UN mandate?

What would you add to these points?

What would you change in these points?

What else should be considered before an intervention occurs?

As you read page 257, respond to the following question How has the United Nations adapted to meet changes in the world?

Iran’s Conflict With The UN

Should the international community prohibit the making and selling of nuclear weapons?

Should the international community regulate the development of nuclear facilities for peaceful purposes, such as generating electrical power?

Read page 258 Respond to the Activity

CNN – Sanctions Don’t Scare Iran

Protecting The Common Human Heritage

Read the opening paragraph and Voices on page 260 After reading the remainder of the page, respond to the Activity

Protecting The Common Human Heritage

With a partner, read the two sections on page 261 If time permits, complete the Reflect and Respond at the bottom of the page Your Action Plan needs to be practical, realistic and consist of at least 4-6 steps…

And Finally…

Continue with your list of terms from this chapter, which include… Any term/phrase/concept that would be considered important in helping you with your … International Water Crisis Presentation Any suggestions as to what you should include?

How Do The Responses Of Various International Organizations Affect Nationalism?

Read the introduction on page 264 Should internationalism and co-operation among countries be encouraged if it erodes the sovereignty of nation-states?

Will the world be at greater risk of conflict if the international community fails to establish the rule of law in all nation-states?

Will the world be at greater risk of human rights abuses if the international community fails to establish the rule of law in all nation-states?

How much sovereignty should Canada be willing to give up to be part of the international community?

International Organizations

Impact of International Organizations With a partner… Using both sides of this handout, read the three remaining sections in your textbook and complete the final two columns: Economic Organizations (264-265) Cultural and Language Based Organizations (266-267) Security Organizations (268) When done, rank each of these organizations as to which has had the greatest impact on nationalism Include Reasons (Use the scale: 1 = Minimal Impact; 5 = Very Strong Impact)

And Finally…

Complete your list of terms from this chapter, which include… Any term/phrase/concept that would be considered important in helping you with your … International Water Crisis Presentation Any suggestions as to what you should include?

Think About Your Challenge

By now, you should have decided which of the stakeholders you are going to represent You should have put together your 3-4 inquiry questions You should have you started your research Also, take a look on page 271 and consider the final three bulleted points If you haven’t started, the library is tomorrow… and we will be soon be finished Related Issue 3

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