Cultural Identity and Place
Students will explore how cultural identity is tied to specific places and how globalization can challenge or reinforce these connections.
Key Questions
- Analyze how a sense of place contributes to cultural identity.
- Explain how globalization impacts local cultural identities.
- Critique the concept of 'placelessness' in a globalized world.
Common Core State Standards
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