LEARNING OUTCOMES.  The learner should be able to:

1. understand the key terms related to globalisation. (u)
2. understand the concept of foreign aid.
3. analyse Uganda’s imports and exports. (s)
4. know the advantages and the disadvantages of globalisation in Uganda. (k, s)
5. appreciate the impact of globalisation on Uganda.

Introduction

4.1: The meaning of Globalisation

Activity 4.1: The meaning of Globalisation

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 4.1.1 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks

1. Define globalization in your own words?
2. Explain how ideas travel globally?
3. Do you think globalization is always a good thing? Why or why not?
4. Compare and contrast how people lived before and after globalization.
5. Can you identify any challenges or problems that might come with globalization?

Share Your Findings With The Rest.

Video 4.1.1: The meaning of Globalization

Video 4.1.2: The meaning of Globalization

4.2: Foreign Aid

Activity 4.2: Foreign Aid.

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 4.2.1 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks

1. What is foreign aid and explain why countries might need help from other countries?
2. If you were a leader in East Africa, how would you use foreign aid?
3. How might foreign aid impact the economy of East African countries?
4. What are some of the challenges that East African countries might face in using foreign aid effectively?
5. What are some ways to make sure that foreign aid is used wisely in East Africa?
6. If you were in charge of a foreign aid program, what kind of assistance would you offer to East African countries?

Share Your Findings With The Rest.

Video 4.2.1: Foreign Aid.

Video 4.2.2: Foreign Aid.

4.3: Uganda’s Imports And Exports

Activity 4.3: Uganda’s Imports And Exports

In groups, pairs or individually, watch video clip 4.3.1 below and use other research materials  and respond to the following Tasks

1. What does the term ‘imports and Exports’ mean?
2. Name some products that Uganda imports and Exports from other countries?
3. Explain why countries like Uganda might need to import certain goods.
4. What factors do you think might influence Uganda’s decisions on what to import or export?
5. Design a simple chart or graph showing the major imports and exports of Uganda.

Share Your Findings With The Rest.

Video 4.3.1: Uganda’s Imports And Exports

Video 4.3.2: Uganda’s Imports And Exports