How can we respond to the cultural impacts of globalisation?

G3 Social Studies - syllabus K336 (Social Studies component), 2027

How global connections spread culture, make cultures more alike or blend them, and how people and countries respond.

• Spread of culture

  Global connections carry music, films, food, fashion and ideas to people far from where they began.

• Cultural homogenisation

  Cultural homogenisation is when cultures around the world become more alike, sharing the same products and tastes.

• Cultural hybridisation

  Cultural hybridisation is when elements of different cultures mix to create something new.

• Dilution of culture

  Cultural dilution is when a culture's practices, knowledge or meaning weaken because fewer people learn and pass them on.

• Individual responses

  People can accept, adapt or reject different parts of foreign culture while keeping the traditions they value.

• Country responses

  Countries can welcome foreign culture, support local culture and restrict some content, all at the same time.

• Briefing: mega events

  Global concerts and sports events bring visitors and attention, but they cost money and raise questions about who benefits.

• Put it together: What changed in the workshop?

  A local textile workshop encounters jacket designs through overseas shopping apps. It also makes embroidered garments and teaches the craft. Compare three possible outcomes after the overseas styles arrive.