GLOBALIZATION EXPRESSIONS OF GLOBALIZATION

“The process of world shrinkage, of distances getting shorter, things moving 1. The internet allows a person in the Philippines to know what is happening
closer. It pertains to the increasing ease with which somebody on one side of to the rest of the world simply by browsing Google.
the world can interact, to mutual benefit, with somebody on the other side of 2. The mass media allows for connections among people, communities, and
the world.” countries all over the globe.
- Swedish journalist Thomas Larsson (2001)
Globalization vs. Colonial Mentality
The Task of Defining Globalization Globalization is the process by which ideas, goods and services spread
The literature on the definitions of globalization revealed that definitions could throughout the world.
be classified as either: Colonial mentality is defined as the perception of ethnic and cultural
1. broad and inclusive; or inferiority and a form of internalized racial oppression.
2. narrow and exclusive

Globalization is a very important change, if not, the “most important”. CULTURAL, ECONOMICAL AND POLITICAL GLOBALIZATION
- Bauman (2003) THE IMPACTS OF GLOBALIZATION
 Cultural
“the onset of the borderless world…”  Economical
- Ohmae (2001)  Political

“The characteristics of the globalization trend include the internationalizing of HETEROGENEITY HOMOGENEITY
production, the new international division of labor, new migratory movement Diversity Sameness
from South to North, the new competitive environment that accelerates these Heterogeneity refers to Homogeneity refers to the
processes, and the internationalizing of the state, making states into differences in identity increasing sameness in
agencies of the globalizing world.” related to class, ethnicity, the world as cultural
- Robert Cox language, traditions, inputs, economic factors,
religion, sense of place, and political orientations
The Task of Defining Globalization and many other aspects. of societies expand to
TYPES PROS CONS create common practices,
1. Broad and It can include It does not shed same economies, and
Inclusive variety of issues light on the similar forms of
that deal with implications of government.
overcoming globalization due
traditional to its vagueness. CULTURAL, ECONOMIC, AND POLITICAL HOMOGENEITY
boundaries. With English as the world’s common language, it enables the speakers of
2. Narrow and It provides a It can be limiting in various languages to get connected and build common content.
Exclusive more concrete the sense that Example:
definition. their application “Doc Adam” or Adam Smith, an Australian doctor-YouTuber whose “mission”
adhere to only is to correct health misinformation in the Philippines through his channel.
particular
definitions.
CULTURAL, ECONOMIC, AND POLITICAL HOMOGENEITY Does Globalization Guarantee Fairness?
Cultural Imperialism the imposition by a dominant community of various
aspects of its own culture onto another non-dominant community.
Example:
In ancient times…. When the Roman Empire conquered Italy, they
assimilated the people of Etruria by replacing the Etruscan language with
Latin, which led to the demise of that language and many aspects of
Etruscan civilization.
Example:
In modern times… “Americanization” refers to the worldwide
homogenization of societies through the impact of multinational corporations.

WHAT’S THE GOAL OF CULTURAL IMPERIALISM?

ECONOMIC: To capture markets for its cultural commodities.
POLITICAL: To establish authority by shaping popular consciousness
CAN THIS BE CULTURAL IMPERIALISM?
Vaccine Hesitancy
Soon after its authorization, Dengvaxia has become a subject to controversy
following Sanofi’s recent analysis which suggests that the vaccine may put
some people at an increased risk of a more severe form of dengue.
Dengvaxia was found to reduce the overall risk of severe dengue and
hospitalizations due to this disease. This protection, however, was more
apparent in those who had a prior history of dengue infection. Sanofi recently
discovered that individuals who have never had a dengue infection before
pose a significantly higher risk of a more severe form of the disease and
hospitalizations with Dengvaxia than if they had not been vaccinated against
dengue at all.

GLOBALIZATION OF RELIGION
WHAT IS RELIGION?
Religion is a collection of cultural systems, belief systems, and world views
that establishes symbols that relate to humanity to spirituality and to moral
values.

CULTURAL, ECONOMIC, AND POLITICAL HOMOGENEITY

Religion is a system of beliefs and practices by means of which a group of
The World Health Organization (WHO) plays an essential role in the global
people struggle with the ultimate problem of human life.
governance of health and disease; due to its core global functions of
establishing, monitoring and enforcing international norms and
Religion is defined as a group of people who have shared beliefs who feel
standards, and coordinating multiple actors toward common goals.
their life has purpose or meaning.
ABOUT WORLD RELIGIONS
• There are some 4,300 religions of the world.
• Some faiths require believers to refuse medical treatment.
• Nearly 75% of the world's population practices one of the five most
influential religions of the world: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism,
Islam, and Judaism
ABOUT WORLD RELIGIONS
• Christianity and Islam are the two religions most widely spread
across the world. These two religions together cover the religious
affiliation of more than half of the world's population.
• Over the coming decades (2010 to 2050), about 40 million people
are projected to switch into Christianity, while 106 million are
projected to leave, with most joining the ranks of the religiously
unaffiliated.
• In the next four decades, atheists, agnostics and other people who
do not affiliate with any religion will make up a declining share of the
world’s total population.
RELIGION vs. SPIRITUALITY?
WHY DO PEOPLE ENGAGE IN RELIGIONS?
Since religion is strongly linked concepts such as morality, salvation,
and finding meaning in life, many people opt to engage in religions.
In fact, only 16% of people worldwide are not religious, but this still
equates to approximately 1.2 billion individuals who find it difficult to
reconcile the ideas of religion with what they know about the world.
Believing in a higher being is a universal feature of humanity.
Every human being is designed to worship a “god of his own”.
RELIGION IN THE ‘INFORMATION AGE’
Religion has entered the ‘information age’ and has globalized at
accelerating rates through technological advancement.
Religion epitomizes the definition of globalization due to the fact that
it can spread more easily and efficiently through the use of different
media.
DO YOU AGREE WITH THIS?
The Separation of Church and State
While some countries have a separation of church and state, religion
remains as one of the strongest influences in legislation.
The Separation of Church and State
The 1987 Constitution of the Philippines declares: The separation of
Church and State shall be inviolable. (Article II, Section 6), and, No law shall
be made respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free
exercise thereof.
The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship,
without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed. No religious
test shall be required for the exercise of civil or political rights. (Article III,
Section 5)
Endorsement Power
In the 2017 Philippine Trust Index of the EON Group, 9 of 10
Filipinos still give their biggest trust to the church among institutions. That's
more than their trust in the government, media, business and non-
government organizations.
Sociologist Jayeel Cornelio said the index shows the strong influence
of religious groups among Filipinos in deciding whom to vote for during
elections. Though the endorsement power of religious leaders may not be so
high, it is still significant.