Identify and Give One Example of Each of the Five

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Essay

Identify and give one example of each of the five environmental systems of Urie Bronfenbrenner's theory.Examples will vary with each student.

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Definitions:

Cultural Homogenization

The process through which local cultures are influenced and assimilated by a dominant culture, leading to reduced cultural diversity.

McDonaldization

The process by which the principles of the fast-food industry, such as efficiency, predictability, and control, dominate other sectors of society.

WalMart-ization

The process by which large corporations replicate the business model of Wal-Mart, focusing on the high efficiency of supply chains and low prices, often at the expense of small businesses and local economies.

Modernization

The process through which a society transforms itself from a traditional to a more contemporary form, often seen in technological advancement, social change, and economic development.