Understanding Globalization: Impact, Changes, and Consequences
Globalization: An Overview
Globalization is an economic, technological, social, and cultural process that increases communication and interdependence among countries, uniting their markets, societies, and cultures through social, economic, and political interactions on a global scale. Globalization is a dynamic process driven by societies operating under democratic capitalism or liberal democracy, embracing the information revolution and liberalization of political culture, legal systems, and national
Read MoreRural and Urban Habitats: Settlement Patterns and City Design
Where Do People Live?
People live in specific environments called habitats. There are two main types of habitats: rural and urban.
The Rural Habitat
People who live in a rural habitat live in the country. There are two types of rural communities:
- Scattered community: Dwellings are far apart, separated by the fields where families cultivate the land.
- Concentrated community: Dwellings and other buildings are grouped together to form villages or small towns. Agricultural activity is located around the village
Mortality Rate and Life Expectancy: Key Health Indicators
Mortality Rate and Life Expectancy
Definition:
- Mortality rate: A measure of the number of deaths (in general, or due to a specific cause) in a population, per unit of time.
- Mortality rate is typically expressed in units of deaths per 1,000 individuals per year.
Background:
The death certificate with the causes of death is the basis for the report of death cases. It is reported in accordance with the nomenclature developed by the International Classification of Diseases, international form (WHO).
Mortality
The Catholic Monarchs: Unification and Expansion of Spain
The Catholic Monarchs: A Dynastic Union
After a civil war with Juana la Beltraneja, Isabella of Castile ascended to the throne. To gain more political support, Isabella married Ferdinand of Aragon, who was then proclaimed King of Castile. This union was dynastic; the realms remained separate but under the joint rule of both monarchs.
Upon Isabella’s death, the crown of Castile passed to their daughter Joanna, known as Juana la Loca (Joanna the Mad). However, after disabling her and sending her to
Read MoreUnderstanding the European Union, Spain, and Canary Islands
Countries of the European Union
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
Key EU Institutions
The Council
The main political body, attended by ministers from all member countries. Its functions include:
- Passing European laws
- Coordinating economic policies
- Approving the budget (along with Parliament)
The Old Regime: A Comprehensive Analysis
The Old Regime: Society, Politics, and Economy
The Old Regime was a set of social relations that characterized the economic and political societies of central Europe.
Function of the Old Regime
Society operated as an economic system that relied on agriculture and an absolute monarchy.
Social Structure
Class Society
- Nobility: Divided into high and low nobility. The high nobility received significant income from seignorial rights, while the low nobility did not.
- Clergy: Also divided into high and low clergy.