1. What has been the ecological impact of globalization? Do we all agree? If yes, why? If not, why? What has been the major manifestations and consequences of globalization? Please, discuss by analyzing each issue.

2. What has been the reaction of the powerful states like China and the US when dealing with ecological impact of globalization? What has been the contribution of non-state actors? Please, discuss.

Directions:

Questions MUST be answered from the books Steger, Manfred B. 2013, 3rd ed. Globalization: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford, Oxford University Press. ISBN-9781099662661. chapter 6 and 8

Snarr, Michael T., and D. Neil Snarr. 2012, 5th ed. Introducing Global Issues. Boulder, CO: Lynne Rienner Publishers. ISBN: 978-1588268457. chapter 13 and 16

While I encourage you to bring in knowledge from other classes, outside readings and personal experiences, you are required to use the class textbook(s) as primary source(s) of information for your responses/replies.

Your responses should be substantive and demonstrate critical thinking about the assigned subject matter.

You are not allowed to use quotations. Use paraphrasing instead and make sure to provide in-text citations, which should include the last name of the author(s), year of publication, and page number(s).

You are required to provide in-text citations and references in the APA writing format in all discussions.