Globalisation Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is globalization?
A social process in which the constraints of geography on economic, political, social, and cultural arrangements have declined, leading to societies that were once distant becoming economically intertwined and dependent on one another.
What has globalization led to (good and bad)?
The introduction of PISA and international testing, which can have positive effects but may narrow the curriculum.
What is a positive impact of globalization?
International comparisons can lead to changes in policies and improvements in children’s education, a diverse curriculum, and a lucrative global market.
What is a negative impact of globalization?
It can impact student experience as teaching to tests leads to a narrowing of the curriculum, homogenization, and commodification.
What were the UK’s PISA rankings in 2022?
14th overall, 12th in maths, 14th in science, and 13th in reading.
Which countries ranked in the top 3 in PISA 2022?
Singapore, China, and Japan.
What is the significance of international testing?
It is used to monitor the education system, showing that despite spending more, the UK does not perform the best.
What insights does the Germany case study provide?
Germany’s poor performance in the 2001 PISA league tables led to the import of standardized testing, resulting in improvement.
What is the concept of free schools?
Non-profit schools funded by the government but free from its control, with significant setup costs.
What are some concerns over international comparisons?
Inappropriate comparisons, such as England’s 23,000 schools versus Hong Kong’s 350, can lead to reactionary changes and wasteful initiatives.
What does Holborne (2016) suggest about global comparisons?
As governments aim to be competitive globally, they capitalize on individual talents, increasing opportunities for all.
What is the Global Educational Reform Movement (GERM)?
A movement leading to homogenized global schools that may ignore important educational aspects, resulting in a pressured environment for students.
What are the positives of access to global markets in education?
Education exports were worth £18 billion in 2012, with Britain targeting priority markets.
What are the negatives of viewing education as a commodity?
Education becomes a business rather than a human right, leading to a focus on economic activity over personal or social development.
What is the conclusion regarding capitalism and education?
Capitalism and profit motives can be a dangerous mix with the right to quality education, and idealism fails when importing systems without considering content.
