Unit 9 Culture Globalization
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This document discusses cultural change in the era of globalization. It provides examples of how folk culture, popular culture, and landscapes are converging due to globalization. While globalization is spreading American culture and commodifying traditions, it is also maintaining ties to home cultures through groups like Muslim communities in Europe and Elvis fan clubs. However, globalization raises concerns over cultural homogenization and the loss of local identity and distinctiveness.
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