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social studies

Globalisation has reshaped the world by facilitating increased interconnectedness among countries, companies, and individuals. Key driving forces include advancements in transportation and technology, which have linked developments across multiple nations, enhancing global collaboration among scientists and the spread of ideas within academia.

social studies

social studies

globalisation

impact of globalisation on security
transnational terrorism

management of TT

responsives measures

protective measures

preventive measures

impacts of TT

cybersecurity

impacts of cybercrime

does globalisation lead to cultural homogenisation or hybridisation
cultural hybridisation
cultural homogenisation
economic impacts of globalisation
companies
countries
main driving forces of globalisation
advancements in technology

collaboration of scientists worldwide on projects

spread of ideas between academia of different countries

links developments in multiple countries together

growth of MNCs

Starbucks

sources coffee beans from Nigeria

bilateral supplier and consumer relationship

increased interconnectedness

sent to roasting facilities in US

generating employment opportunities

MacDonald's

Nestle

developments in transportation

SG's seaports and airports

6700 flights per week, 140k vessels per year

diversity

how can we respond in diverse society
socio-economic diversity

government-financed

sweden

shared responsibility

market-based approach

usa

challenges

benefits

affordability

socio-cultural diversity

integration

singapore

common experiences

naturalisation initiatives

assimilation

france

naturalisation processes

employment

commits the immigrant to stay in the country, hastening his acquisition of social capital & French language

education

adaptation classes to help improve French

no discussion of religion except in History & Philosophy classes

experiences and effects of living in diverse society
socio-cultural consequences

prejudice and misconceptions

Arabs & Muslim-Americans became victims of hate crimes in America after the 9/11 terrorist attacks

exchange and appreciation of culture

fusing of cultural cuisine to form fusion dishes

otah burger, combines traditional American burger with Malay otah

socio-economic consequences

competition for resources

concerns over social mobility

widening of income gap = more ppl of lower income stuck at their socioeconomic status

concerns over standard of living

competition in SGrean employment, prices of goods & services, demand on public transport

exchange of skills and knowledge

Biomedical Research council of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)

internationally renowned scientists with the expertise & knowledge to jumpstart the country's biomedical science moved to SG

creation of H1N1 flu vaccine

why is there greater diversity
sociocultural environment

presence of local immigrant communities

Australia & New Zealand Association

economic opportunities

white-collar

petrochemicals industry

introduces ppl of high socioeconomic status & different cultures to SG

blue-collar

many Tamil & Bangladeshi people are enticed by job opportunities here

flexible/relaxed immigration policy

various expatriates under S-Pass scheme decided to remain as PR citizens

what is diversity
different factors that shape identity and contribute to a diverse society

socioeconomic status

affect opportunities and activities that one will likely take part in

nationality

speak another language

practise a different religion

different dietary taste

religion

Buddhism

race and ethnicity

Malay ethnic & racial group

Malays typically grow up speaking Malay and following Islam as a religion

citizen and governance

how can we work for good of society
outcomes of citizen participation

strengthening citizens' sense of belonging

influencing government decisions

organised groups

Transient Workers Count Too (TWC2)

recommendations on how to improve the living conditions of foreign workers in SG

Reaching Everyone for Active Citizenry @Home (REACH)

regularly collects feedback from the citizenry to help gauge a policy's effectiveness

contributing to the needs of society

informal groups

distribution of masks to the needy such as elderly

formal groups

'Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore' (MINDS)

help the disabled integrate into society

individuals

'A litter at a time'

movement driven by housewife regarding irresponsibility of SGreans to clean up after themselves

role of government in working for good of society

safeguarding the interests of its citizens

WorkRight Initiative

helps both employees and employers understand their rights and responsibilities

providing goods and services for the public

SG's public transport network

105 different MRT stations

4638 bus-stops

ensuring justice

Judiciary's responsibility

creation of Family Justice Courts

Personal Protection Order

maintaining internal order and external security

Republic of Singapore Air Force

deter aggression and defend SG & its interests

Singapore Police Force

riot that broke out in Little India in 2013

protect people who live in SG from crime

what is good for society
ideas shaping good governance in SG

practising meritocracy

Merit Bursary Scheme

reward top 25% of school students for gd performance

Edusave Scholarship

reward top 10% of school students for gd performance

providing a stake for everyone

REACH government feedback system set up in 1985

anticipating change & staying relevant

building of Integrated Resorts (IRs)

having good leadership

good moral character and being incorruptible

Edwin Yeo, former assistant director of the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau

misappropriated $1.76 million

moral courage and integrity to do what is right even if not popular

decision to build Integrated Resorts (IRs) with casinos

honest & capable

Mr Liu Thai Ker, former chairman of National Arts Council

set up Singapore Writers' Festival to help contribute to more vibrant art scene

how government manages these challanges

making decisions as a representative democracy

executive branch

executes these policies and run the day-to-day administration of the state

judiciary

interprets and applies laws made by Legislature

legislature

discusses national issues and drafts laws related to them

making trade-offs

building of Thomson-East Coast Line

challenges in deciding what is good for society

differing needs and interests

divisive decision to drill through the Central Catchment Reserve while constructing Cross-Island Line

differing priorities

monthly salaries < 5000 prioritises public housing

monthly salaries > 5000 prioritises public healthcare

unequal sharing of costs

having to give up personal property

noise pollution from construction sites

Thomson Line

attributes shaping citizenship
citizenship shaped by participation

participation

celebrating National Day

taking National Pledge

singing National Anthem

citizenship shaped by identity

identity

citizenship by legal status

naturalisation

marriage

country of birth

descent