What is a critique?
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What is a critique?
A critique is a detailed assessment of something that examines its strengths and weaknesses before reaching a reasoned judgement.
Why is it important to critique things?
It is important to critique things in order to improve them and to hold stakeholders to account if necessary.
True or False?
Critical thinking only improves analytical skills.
False.
Critical thinking enhances people's analytical and evaluative skills and improves problem-solving and decision-making.
What are two economic benefits of globalisation?
Two economic benefits of globalisation are:
Increased economic growth.
Improved living standards.
How has globalisation impacted cultural integration?
Globalisation has promoted cultural integration by allowing cultures and ideas to flow freely across borders, promoting cultural awareness and diversity.
What is a significant environmental cost of globalisation?
A significant environmental cost of globalisation is environmental degradation, including:
Deforestation.
Increased carbon emissions.
How has globalisation affected global wealth distribution?
Globalisation has led to growing inequalities, with the top 1% of the world's population holding 44% of the world's wealth, while the bottom 50% holds just 1% of the wealth.
What is an example of cultural erosion due to globalisation?
An example of cultural erosion due to globalisation is the decline of indigenous languages, with one language dying out every two weeks, partly due to the growing dominance of English.
True or False?
Globalisation has only resulted in benefits for the world.
False.
While globalisation has created huge benefits, it has also resulted in significant costs.
What is needed to create a more just and sustainable world in the context of globalisation?
To create a more just and sustainable world, we need to pursue policies that can deliver growth without compromising the well-being of people or the planet.