OUR VIEWS OF THE WORLD

Grade 9 Social Studies

Chapter 17

Ms. MacLean

May 2012

Our Views of the World (p. 256)

Read p. 256.

In what ways is Cecile linked to other countries?

How do our views of the world influence the way in which we participate in the global community?

What is a global citizen?

Global Connections (p. 257) There are 4 key global connections:

Political ConnectionsTrade ConnectionsCultural ConnectionsTravel Connections

Global Connections (p. 257) Political Connection: Countries benefit

from good relationships with each other. There are special offices (embassies, consulates) in other countries to promote connections through trade, cultural, and travel.

Global Connections (p. 257) Trade Connections: Technologies help

make trade connections fast and easy. We import products such computer parts (Taiwan), chairs (Sweden), or bauxite to make aluminum (Guyana). We export products such as paper, fish, minerals, and artwork.

Global Connections (p. 257) Cultural Connections: We have family

and friends from all over the world. We watch TV, read books, and listen to music from various countries.

Travel Connections: We can travel for holiday, work, or to visit family. Professional sports teams play games against teams from various countries.

The Global Village (p. 258) Global Village: Describes the impact of

communication and transportation technologies, which have reduced the distance between different parts of the world.

Look at figure 17.4. answer the questions in the yellow box “Focus on Figure 17.4”.

How are YOU connected? (p.259)

Factors Influencing the Way We View the World (p. 259) Family values and traditions Religious beliefs Culture Interaction with other groups Economic circumstances Physical setting Attitude towards nature Education Political opinion Technology

A Global World-View (p. 262) Interdependence: The interconnection

of all people and all living things.

Global World-view: A view of the world that encourages cooperation and the development of common interests between countries.

It’s your turn!

“How are YOU connected?” Classroom Activity

Page 259: Complete #3 (Refer to previous activity)

Page 261: Complete #1 a), b), and c)

Katimavik (p. 260)

Read p. 260.

Would you like to participate in a Katimavik program?

How would you benefit?

How would your community benefit?