For AQA, Globalisation is described as a theme that runs through the whole course. Therefore, discussing it is an excellent way to gain marks and think synoptically. This means that you are connecting various areas of the course, which is a skill in itself. As a synoptic topic, you can gain credit by applying the concept to any topic, for any question. This article explores what globalisation is, what processes it involves and also its major effects, before exploring how you might apply it with your topics.
You may have heard this word used in everyday conversation, in the news or on social media. Although exact definitions vary, there is general agreement that globalisation refers to a process of the world becoming increasingly interconnected. This process, of humans becoming more aware of each other and communicating across borders, has always occurred. However, the process was accelerated massively after the end of the Second World War. Globalisation involves not just increased communication, but also a flow of ideas around the world, in a way that was not easily possible before technological innovation enabled it.
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