Define the terms globalization and knowledge economy. What are some characteristics of people who are able to a global knowledge economy successfully? What are some skills characteristic of people who are able to “learn how to learn”? List two implications of the global knowledge economy for you as an educator

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ANS: Globalization is the increase of global connectivity, integration, and interdependence in economic, cultural, social, and technological spheres. The knowledge economy is an economic system in which the use and exchange of knowledge plays a primary role. Knowledge is an economic asset as well as a product of the economy. Attributes include: curiosity and passion for learning; imagination and creativity; rich sense of current events, with preparedness for change. The discussion of learning characteristics discussion will include elements from the twenty-first-century skills and the "essential cognitive backpack" (see other questions). Implications: 1) teacher must demonstrate a love and passion for learning; 2) teacher must help students develop the necessary learning characteristics.

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