Global Inequality and Development
Politics and Society · 5th Year · Globalisation and Localisation · 4.º Período

Global Inequality and Development

This topic addresses the stark disparities in wealth and development between the Global North and Global South. Students will critically evaluate the effectiveness of international aid and development programs.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLeaving Certificate Politics and Society, Strand 4, LO 4.5Leaving Certificate Politics and Society, Strand 4, LO 4.6

About This Topic

This topic addresses the stark disparities in wealth and development between the Global North and Global South. Students will critically evaluate the effectiveness of international aid and development programs.

Key Questions

  1. Why does severe global poverty continue to exist?
  2. How does international development aid work?
  3. What is the impact of multinational corporations on developing nations?

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