Globalisation & Migration

• What does Migration and Globalisation Sociology study?

  Interconnection between human movement and global advancements
• What is the simplest definition of migration?

  Moving from one geographical location to another
• What does globalisation involve?

  Integration of societies, economies, and cultures
• What are key terminologies in Migration and Globalisation Sociology?

  • Transnational Migration: Movement across national borders
  • Internal Migration: Relocations within the same country
  • Forced Migration: Compelled movement due to crises
  • Cultural Globalisation: Spread of cultures across regions
• How do migration and globalisation shape societies?

  They influence cultural identities and social structures
• What major migration trend occurred in the 1980s?

  Large-scale immigration to the US and Western Europe
• What migration trend was observed in the 1990s?

  Surge in movement from Eastern to Western Europe
• What was a significant migration trend in the 2000s?

  Increased intra-regional migration in Africa and Asia
• What caused the rise of forced migration in the 2010s?

  Conflicts in the Middle East and Africa
• What are the key sociological theories related to migration and globalisation?

  • Push-Pull Theory: Migration due to repelling and attracting factors
  • World Systems Theory: Economic factors influencing migration
  • Cultural Homogenisation Theory: Global culture dominating local cultures
  • Cultural Hybridisation Theory: Intermixture of local and global cultures
• What does the Push-Pull Theory explain?

  Migration due to push and pull factors
• What does the World Systems Theory link migration to?

  Economic factors and the capitalist world economy
• What does Cultural Homogenisation Theory suggest?

  Globalisation promotes a uniform global culture
• What does Cultural Hybridisation Theory propose?

  Globalisation encourages cultural intermixture
• How does the Push-Pull Theory apply to Syrian migration?

  Warfare as push, peace in Germany as pull
• How does World Systems Theory explain Mexican migration to the US?

  Search for better job opportunities in core nations
• What role do remittances play in socio-economic change?

  They contribute to poverty reduction in home countries
• What is brain drain?

  Emigration of highly skilled professionals
• What is brain gain?

  Immigration of highly skilled professionals
• How does migration affect population composition?

  It influences age distribution and gender ratios
• What are the socio-economic changes driven by migration and globalisation?

  • Changes in economic structures
  • Shifts in social fabric
  • Altered individual life opportunities
  • Impact of remittances
  • Brain drain and brain gain
  • Changes in population composition
• What was a significant case study of India's IT boom?

  Integration with the global marketplace
• How did Mexican migration to the US impact local economies?

  Remittances reduced poverty levels in Mexico
• What transformation did Dubai undergo due to globalisation and migration?

  Transformed into a global metropolis
• What are the impacts of migration and globalisation on UK society?

  • Creation of a multicultural society
  • Cultural diversity from migrant backgrounds
  • Economic contributions from immigrants
  • Reliance of NHS on foreign-born workers
• What characterizes a multicultural society?

  Communities with multiple cohabiting cultures
• How has globalisation affected UK firms?

  Enabled global operations and market access
• What cultural influences has globalisation brought to the UK?

  American media products and international cuisine
• How does globalisation impact the English language?

  British culture has found global audiences
• How are migration and globalisation interlinked?

  • Globalisation shapes migration patterns
  • Migration contributes to globalisation
  • Economic disparities create push and pull factors
  • Cultural exchanges enhance global interconnectedness
• What has globalisation done to migration dynamics?

  Broadened access to information and opportunities
• What is transnationalism in the context of migration?

  Maintaining ties with home country while integrating
• What is a key takeaway regarding migration trends in the 1980s?

  Large-scale immigration to the US and Western Europe
• What is a key takeaway regarding migration trends in the 2010s?

  Rise of forced migration due to conflicts
• What do the Push-Pull Theory and World Systems Theory help explain?

  Drivers behind migration and globalisation effects
• What does Cultural Hybridisation Theory illustrate about multicultural cities?

  They blend diverse cultures due to migration
• How does globalisation affect cultural diversity?

  It can lead to loss of cultural diversity
• What is the significance of remittances in socio-economic change?

  They are crucial for poverty reduction
• How does migration influence workforce composition?

  It alters age distribution and gender ratios
• What is the impact of globalisation on local economies?

  It can stimulate growth but increase inequality