SHS2 Government · Semester 2 Week 18: Globalisation and Development

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.3.2.LI.2 - Discuss the types of globalisation

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify and describe the three main types of globalisation: economic, political, and social (cultural) globalisation.
Classify given real-world examples into the appropriate type of globalisation with justification.
Discuss how each type of globalisation manifests in Ghana and the wider African context.
Analyse the gender dynamics present in global governance and political leadership, using the lens of the types of globalisation.
Assess the positive and negative effects of each type of globalisation on national development, demonstrating strategic reasoning.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Ghana in the Global System (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Globalisation and Development (3.2)
Content standard: 2.3.2.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of globalization and development of States. 2.3.2.LO.1 Assess globalization, characteristics, and types.
Indicator: 2.3.2.LI.2 - Discuss the types of globalisation
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 18 (Week 38 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 57

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for Learning: Through pyramid discussion learners discuss the nature and types of globalization (political, economic and social etc.). Probe for further responses to stimulate critical thinking. Concentrate on patriotism, honesty and commitment. Probe further into issues of women on the globe and discuss the gender dynamics at the global level.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Government curriculum.
- Internet: Britannica encyclopaedia (https://www.britannica.com/summary/cultural-globalization).
- Government resource pack
- NaCCA approved government textbooks
Assessment (2.3.2.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.