Originally Posted by Marlon Brando

World as a global village: learning to live together.

Outline
(1) Introduction
(2) A brief history of globalization
(a) Ancient times
(b) First transatlantic telegraph line
(3) The world has become a globalized village because of:
(a) Revolution in technology and communication
(b) Growing consciousness among people of being global citizens
(c) As an approach to global problems
(d) International trade
(4) Globalization (living together) is necessary because:
(a) It helps us fight terrorism
(b) It increases global wealth through international trade
(c) It helps control global warming
(d) It helps curb smuggling and drug trafficking
(e) Distributes social benefits and technology
(f) Helps in resolving international conflicts
(5) Hurdles in the way of globalization - negative impacts
(a) It is a pernicious force that wipes out less privileged cultures
(b) Due to economic integration, it may turn a regional financial crisis into a global one
(6) How to to mitigate the negative impacts of globalization - suggestion for living together
(7) Conclusion