THESIS:

Three important texts have been chosen for the analysis of globalisation to clarify

different aspects of the subject. "Globalisation: A Very Short Introduction" by

Manfred B. Steger establishes the foundation by giving a thorough synopsis of

globalisation, detailing its historical development, and highlighting its main

forces. "Life and Debt," a documentary by Stephanie Black, provides a

concentrated perspective on the financial effects of globalisation, especially as

they pertain to a developing country like Jamaica. On the other hand, Carol

Black examines the cultural effects of globalised education critically in

"Schooling the World: The White Man's Last Burden." As a state of knowledge,

these texts advance our understanding of globalisation. But there is a clear

knowledge gap about how the educational, cultural, and economic spheres are

intertwined. This analysis's central claim is to closely examine this shortcoming

and suggest directions for future study to fill in the deficit in our knowledge of

globalisation.

SUMMARY:

"Globalisation: A Very Short Introduction" by Manfred B. Steger provides a thorough

overview of the phenomenon of globalisation. According to Steger, globalisation

is a multifaceted process involving interconnectedness on a worldwide scale in

the areas of politics, economy, culture, and society. The author describes the

historical development of globalisation and points out important catalysts,

including developments in technology, economic liberalisation, and political

shifts. The complexity of globalisation is emphasised in Steger's work, along

with its effects on economies, societies, and people all over the world. In order
 to facilitate a more thorough examination of the particular ramifications of

globalisation, the text offers a strong foundation for comprehending its general

framework.

"Life and Debt," a documentary by Stephanie Black, provides an insightful analysis of

how globalisation has affected one country in particular—Jamaica. The movie

looks at the effects of international financial institutions' dictated economic

policies, which have stifled local industries and allowed the exploitation of

Jamaica's resources. The documentary does a great job of showing how

developing countries' experiences with globalisation can lead to a vicious cycle

of debt, poverty, and dependency. The book "Life and Debt" offers a humanistic

viewpoint on the more general themes mentioned in Steger's introduction by

concentrating on the problems and lived experiences of Jamaican citizens.

Through its critical lens, viewers can observe the real-world consequences of

globalisation, underscoring the need for a more nuanced understanding that

goes beyond theoretical frameworks.

The book by Manfred B. Steger provides an extended theoretical framework that

complements the ideas presented in "Life and Debt." Steger examines the

economic ramifications of globalisation, encompassing the function of

multinational enterprises, the effects on labour markets, and the unequal

allocation of financial gains. His theoretical viewpoint offers a deeper

comprehension of the systemic dynamics at work in the world economy, which

balances the empirical observations in "Life and Debt". Viewers of "Life and

Debt" can place the Jamaican experience within the broader global context of

economic globalisation thanks to Steger's work. In conclusion, the book by

Manfred B. Steger and the documentary by Stephanie Black complement each

Introduction" offers a more comprehensive lens through which to understand

the global economic dynamics discussed in the documentary, "Life and Debt"

offers a specific case study illustrating the economic ramifications of

globalisation. When taken as a whole, they add to a more thorough knowledge

of the ways in which economic globalisation functions both locally and globally.

The documentary "Schooling the World: The White Man's Last Burden," directed by

Carol Black, refocuses attention on the aspects of globalisation that have to do

with culture and education. The film questions the universal applicability of

Western-style education and its impact on local cultures as it critically examines

its imposition in various parts of the world. The documentary illustrates how

different cultural practises and knowledge systems may be erased in the name

of globalisation by contrasting traditional indigenous knowledge with Western

educational systems. "Schooling the World" advances the conversation by

demonstrating how the adoption of a globalised, standardised education model

may unintentionally worsen inequality and maintain cultural homogenization.

In "Schooling the World," Carol Black challenges the notion of a globally driven

education model that is universally applicable and criticises the imposition of

Western-style educational systems in a variety of cultural contexts. The

documentary presents this educational globalisation as a kind of cultural

imperialism and highlights its effects on indigenous knowledge and customs.

This theme focus shows how globalisation impacts not just economies but also

cultural identities and educational systems, which counterbalances Stephanie

Black's "Life and Debt" economic critique. Using Jamaica as a case study,

Stephanie Black's "Life and Debt" mainly examines the financial effects of
 globalisation. However, by examining the cultural aspects impacted by

globalisation, Carol Black's documentary offers another level of analysis. The

wider realisation that globalisation is a complex phenomenon affecting many

facets of societies is where the connection here lies. The theoretical framework

of "Globalisation: A Very Short Introduction" by Manfred B. Steger connects the

writings of Stephanie Black and Carol Black. Steger's book offers a theoretical

lens to understand both economic and cultural aspects of globalisation, while

Carol Black's documentary explores the cultural aspects and Stephanie Black's

documentary offers a specific case study of economic globalisation. Steger's

notion of glocalization, for instance, connects the economic and cultural facets

examined in the two documentaries by elucidating the ways in which global

forces engage with and impact local cultures.

Analysing all three texts, Carol Black's "Schooling the World" enhances Stephanie

Black's "Life and Debt" by bringing a cultural viewpoint to the globalisation

debate. By offering a theoretical framework that facilitates the integration of the

economic and cultural analyses presented in both documentaries, Manfred B.

Steger's book further strengthens this relationship. When taken as a whole,

these publications advance our knowledge of the complex dynamics of

globalisation.

KNOWLEDGE DEFICIT:

Despite the fact that these books provide insightful analyses of globalisation, much

remains unknown about how the economic, cultural, and educational facets of it

intersect. Subsequent research endeavours should primarily focus on investigating

the interrelationships among these factors and their impact on marginalised

indigenous knowledge systems and cultural diversity will also require more in-depth

research. Critical evaluation of the ways in which international financial institutions

impact global economic policies and the ways in which developing nations are

impacted by them is also imperative. Lastly, research should concentrate on

alternative models of globalisation that give equity, sustainability, and cultural

preservation a higher priority.

CONCLUSION:

In conclusion, the existing body of knowledge about globalisation, as distilled from

Steger's groundbreaking overview, "Life and Debt's" appraisal of the economic

consequences, and "Schooling the World's" investigation of the cultural

consequences, offers a thorough understanding of this complex phenomenon.

Nevertheless, the corpus of currently available knowledge is not without gaps.

Future research must examine the intricate relationships between the

economic, cultural, and educational aspects of globalisation in order to close

the identified knowledge gap. By doing this, academics can promote a more

thorough understanding of globalisation and assist in forming practises and

laws that preserve cultural diversity and equity while promoting

interconnectedness across borders.

WORKS CITED:

Life and Debt. Dir. Stephanie Black. Tuff Gong Pictures, 2003.

Schooling the World: The White Man’s Last Burden. Dir. Carol Black. Lost People’s

Films, 2010.
Steger, Manfred B. Globalization: A Very Short Introduction. London: Oxford UP

2013.