globalization

A guide to the Flat Classroom project that focuses on global collaboration of students online.

An adaptation of the adult book that studies the economic and ecological connection started by Christopher Columbus and continued by Legazpi that transported thousands of species around the globe including people, foods, insects, bacteria, plants, viruses, and animals. Discusses how this global connection impacted human history causing the rise of Europe, the devastation of imperial China, the disruption of Africa, and the prominence of Mexico City.

Examines the role the United Nations plays in supporting globalization around the world.

Traces the story of globalization through travel, trade, colonization, and migration from the fifteenth century to the present, documenting the historical impact of such influences as potatoes, the rubber plant, and malaria.

"Carl Hobert calls on K-12 teachers, administrators, parents, and students alike to transform the educational system by giving students the tools they need to become responsible citizens in a shrinking, increasingly interdependent world"--Provided by publisher.

Walks educators through the process of designing spaces to accommodate new modes of learning.

A series of essays that expresses various perspectives on the issue of globalization, including what causes it and its effects on the world economy.

Discussing the types of globalization, how and why it occurs, and its effect on people.