Your high school history teacher has invited you to deliver a lecture about globalization. To engage students, you need to tell the story of globalization through one example or problem. You also want to emphasize the pros and cons of globalization, as well as its historical roots. Pick one issue (environmental impact, trade, transportation, diseases, migration, etc.) and answer the questions.
Abstract: In one paragraph (250 words), summarize the topic of your lecture, explain your case study, and why this case works as a lens to understand globalization.
Formulate one question that you want students to answer.
Historians use primary documents (first-hand accounts) to explain the past. Primary documents are also effective ways to connect the past to the presentlist TWO primary sources related to your topic (include the link and citation).
Historians also used peer-reviewed essays, articles, and books to support arguments. Write an annotated bibliography for ONE peer-reviewed article, essay, or chapter. (15 points). An annotated bibliography includes a one-sentence of what the article is about and a brief of the value of the article for your project.
Videos, photographs, maps, and visual materials are essential ways to explain arguments. Include ONE visual source, citation, and a brief explanation of why you decide to include it.
Historical connections. While globalization is a relatively recent phenomenon, there are also some important historical continuities. Briefly explain whats new and whats old about your topic.
