Inflation and high energy prices are constantly in the news and directly affect students and their families, especially around the holiday season. But how do we explain why this is happening? Globalization is a good place to start.
There are differing views on whether globalization has positive or negative effects on our world, but there is no question that it exists and affects us all. Give your students the background and resources they need to form their own opinion. Whether you want to teach about the most prominent international governmental organizations or the effects of China’s accession to the World Trade Organization, we have you covered.
High School
Start off with something students can connect to, like the journey their medicine takes to get to their pharmacy or what the “made in America sticker” on their favorite sneaker actually means.
Once students understand how global issues become local, it will be easier to explain how globalization affects what they eat for brunch, what they watch in theaters, and how they communicate with friends.
After unpacking the basics of trade agreements, try out the trade policy mini simulation with your class.
New! High School Globalization Teaching Resources
The CFR Education team is always looking to help teachers save time, so we've created new teaching resources to use with your students.
Higher Education
What course of action should the United States take when its largest trading partner is expected to enter an economic downturn?
Explore the interconnectedness of the global financial system with Model Diplomacy’s Economic Crisis in Europe simulation. Acting as members of the National Security Council, students will grapple with the challenges in the Eurozone as the rise of radical political parties adds more uncertainty to the possibility of partnerships.
Learn from a CFR fellow
Challenge conventional wisdom around globalization by having your class read CFR Fellow Shannon K. O’Neil’s newest book, The Globalization Myth or watch the recorded book launch series hosted by CFR President Richard Haas.
CFR Education aims to close the global literacy gap in our country by providing accessible, accurate, and authoritative resources that build the knowledge, skills, and perspective high school and higher education students need to understand and engage with today’s most pressing global issues.... See More
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