The student will be able to discuss McDonaldization and soft power and the relationship between the two concepts.
1) What is McDonaldization?
George Ritzer and the McDonaldization of Society: Definition and Principles
McDonaldization Theory of George Ritzer
McDonald’s TV Advertisements in different countries.
3) What is the environmental cost of McDonalds?
The Hidden Costs of Hamburgers
Our Journey Together. For Good. | Sustainability | McDonald’s
4) Americans eat more beef than nationals from any other country. Should the world eat like Americans?
5) What is soft power and is McDonaldization an example of American soft power?
American Higher Education & Soft Power
STUDENT CAN VIEW AT HOME FOR EXTRA INFORMATION
FAST FOOD: The Fast Lane of Life [ MODERN MARVELS FULL DOCUMENTARY}
Fast food, Fat profits: Obesity in America
Empire – McAmerica: The Success Secrets of Brand USA
Worksheet at Scribd:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/163969542/Super-Size-Me-Worksheet
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