After watching two separate videos in class last week I learned that there is a huge conflict in the world whether globalization is a good thing and a bad thing. There are many pros and cons of globalization. Even though I believe there are a lot of bad things that come with globalization, there are also many good things that can come along with it too. I think that globalization is a good thing in a world like the one we live in today. It provides many advantages in many areas such as trade, international relationships, industry, economic growth, transportation, communication, and also in technology.

                Globalization helps benefit trade by making it possible between countries that are many miles apart. With globalization, companies will now have a worldwide market where consumers can now purchase products from countries all over the world. Establishing trade will also stimulate economic growth within countries. Companies are now expanding and becoming more competitive with other businesses all over the world, which is also creating a lot more jobs for the people living in the country. Part of companies competing with each other means they will also be competing to have the best price, which usually means lower prices for the consumers. Lower prices for consumers is one of the biggest benefits for the consumers buying products.

                Countries are now learning more about other cultures than they have ever known before. Countries are now able to learn more about foreign cultures and beliefs. I believe it is a good thing to learn about other cultures and their beliefs. People are now becoming more open and understanding towards each other and their way of life.

                As more people are traveling now days, speedy travel is becoming more and more necessary. Now with mass communication, people can stay in contact with people in different parts of the world. The internet has become a big deal in communication and also a great source for information.

                It is because of the growth and improvements in technology that globalization is possible. The use of modern technology can keep every part of the world in contact with each other and with new improvements being made every day will only bring cultures even closer together.