Problem
The Contemporary World.
ACTIVITY: Follow The Product
The products that we consume and use - foods, clothing, and gadgets - are parts of our way of life. Globalization allows for a worldwide exchange of these commodities and exposure to different cultures as well. This activity will allow you to investigate the origin and spread of the products and services sold in your country. You will also be able to know the countries involved in the production, distribution, and consumption of the products being sold and consumed in the country
I. Choose 2 of the following products being sold in the Philippines:
i. Starbucks coffee
ii. Lamborghini sports car
iii. iPhone
iv. Laptop
v. McDonald's BigMac Burger
vi. Rolex wristwatch
vii. Nike Shoes
II. List down the main ingredients of raw materials in manufacturing the chosen product. Identify the corresponding country from which each ingredient or raw material came from.
III. Identify the countries involved in the manufacturing of the chosen products. Indicate the corresponding service the country does for the product. (Ex. Costa Rica - planting of coffee beans)
IV. Aside from the Philippines, list other countries in which the product is being sold
V. Cite the kinds of technology that made the creation of the product possible. Consider communications and transportation.
VI. Write one to three statement/s about what you have learned from the activity.