#AP World History: Modern - Tech & Globalization Study Guide 🚀

Hey there! Let's get you prepped for the AP exam with this super-focused guide. We're diving deep into how technology and globalization have shaped our world since 1900. Think of this as your ultimate cheat sheet for tonight! 😉

#1. Introduction: The Intertwined World

• Globalization: The process of interaction and integration among people, organizations, and governments worldwide.

• Communication Technology: The tools and systems we use to share information.

• Key Idea: Since 1900, these two forces have dramatically reshaped how we live, work, and interact. Let's explore how! 🌍

#2. Communication Technology: Shrinking the World

This section is super important! It covers key tech that has reshaped global interactions.

#2.1. From Telegraph to Smartphone

• The Cellular Phone 📱: A game-changer! Instant communication across vast distances.

  • Before: Telegraphs and landlines limited global interaction.
  • Now: International calls are cheap, making globalization easier.

• Impact: Think about how much easier it is to connect with people from different cultures today compared to a few decades ago. This is all thanks to communication technology!

#3. Travel Technology: Connecting Continents

#3.1. The Rise of Air Travel

• Airplanes: Revolutionized travel in the 20th century.

  • Before: Weeks to cross the Atlantic by boat.
  • Now: Hours to travel between continents.

• Impact: Massive increase in global mobility and cultural exchange.

#3.2. Visualizing the Change

• Caption: This map illustrates the dense network of air travel, showcasing how interconnected the world has become. ✈️

#4. Social Media: Amplifying Voices

#4.1. The Arab Spring: A Case Study

• Social Media's Role: Protesters used platforms like Facebook and Twitter to share live updates and organize demonstrations.

  • Example: During the Bahraini Arab Spring, social media usage doubled.
  • Example: In Egypt, Facebook groups were crucial for organizing protests.

• Impact: Social media became a catalyst for political movements and global awareness. 💡

#4.2. Beyond the Arab Spring

• Modern Movements: Platforms like Twitter and Instagram have been used to organize events for movements like Black Lives Matter ✊🏽.

• Caption: This map illustrates the widespread impact of the Arab Spring, a movement heavily influenced by social media.

#5. Agricultural Technology: Feeding the World

#5.1. The Green Revolution

• Norman Borlaug: Pioneered agricultural advancements in Mexico.

• Key Innovations:

  • New synthetic fertilizers (nitrogen-based)
  • Improved irrigation methods
  • High-yield crops (GMOs)

• Impact:

  • Increased food production using less land.
  • Helped fight hunger and drought, especially in Africa.

• Recognition: Borlaug won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970 for his work. 🥇

#6. Biotechnology: Advancing Healthcare

Don't forget about the important medical advances that have changed the world!

#6.1. Women's Health

• Contraception: Widely available in MDCs and through NGOs in LDCs.
• Positive Impacts: Improved reproductive health and family planning.
• Negative Impacts:

  • Cultural Opposition: Groups like the Evangelical Right oppose modern birth control.

  • Decreased TFR: Increased access to contraception leads to lower Total Fertility Rates and Natural Increase Rates in many MDCs.

#Final Exam Focus

#High-Priority Topics

• Communication Technology: Cell phones, internet, social media.
• Travel Technology: Airplanes and their impact on global travel.
• Social Media: Its role in social and political movements.
• Agricultural Technology: The Green Revolution and its consequences.
• Biotechnology: Advances in contraception and their effects.

#Common Question Types

• Multiple Choice: Expect questions that test your understanding of the specific technologies and their impacts.
• Short Answer: Be prepared to explain the connections between technology and globalization.
• Free Response: Analyze the social, political, and economic effects of technological advancements.

#Last-Minute Tips

• Time Management: Don't spend too long on one question. Keep moving!

• Common Pitfalls: Don't just list facts; analyze their significance.

• Strategic Approach: Start with what you know best and build from there.

#Practice Questions

Practice Question

#Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best describes a major impact of the Green Revolution? (A) A decrease in global food production (B) Increased use of traditional farming methods (C) The development of high-yield crops and synthetic fertilizers (D) A decline in population growth rates

2. The Arab Spring uprisings of the early 2010s were primarily facilitated by: (A) Traditional media outlets (B) Increased government control over information (C) Social media platforms and mobile technology (D) Decreased access to communication technologies

3. The development of air travel in the 20th century significantly contributed to: (A) Increased isolation of countries (B) A decrease in global trade (C) Greater cultural exchange and globalization (D) A decline in international tourism

#Short Answer Question

Briefly explain how the development of communication technology has impacted globalization since 1900. ### Free Response Question

Analyze the social, political, and economic effects of the Green Revolution in the mid-20th century. Be sure to consider both the positive and negative consequences. (7 points)

Scoring Breakdown:

• Thesis (1 point): Presents a historically defensible thesis or claim that establishes a line of reasoning.
• Contextualization (1 point): Describes a broader historical context relevant to the prompt.
• Evidence (2 points): Provides specific examples of social, political, and economic effects.
• Analysis and Reasoning (2 points): Explains how the evidence supports the thesis and analyzes the complexities of the Green Revolution.
• Complexity (1 point): Demonstrates a nuanced understanding of the topic by considering multiple perspectives or contradictory evidence.

You've got this! Go ace that exam! 💪