English A Language & Literature SL
English A Language & Literature SL
18
Chapters
104
Notes
Chapter 1 - Thoughts & Feelings
Chapter 1 - Thoughts & Feelings
Chapter 2 - Structure & Freedom
Chapter 2 - Structure & Freedom
Chapter 3 - Thinking Ahead I (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 3 - Thinking Ahead I (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 4 - The Real & Imagined
Chapter 4 - The Real & Imagined
Chapter 5 - The Wild
Chapter 5 - The Wild
Chapter 6 - Thinking Ahead 2 (External Assessment)
Chapter 6 - Thinking Ahead 2 (External Assessment)
Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries
Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries
Chapter 8 - Identity & Authority
Chapter 8 - Identity & Authority
Chapter 9 - Thinking Ahead 3 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 9 - Thinking Ahead 3 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 10 - Histories & Futures
Chapter 10 - Histories & Futures
Chapter 11 - Possible worlds
Chapter 11 - Possible worlds
Chapter 12 - Thinking Ahead 4 (External Assessment)
Chapter 12 - Thinking Ahead 4 (External Assessment)
Chapter 13 - Transformation & Remediation
Chapter 13 - Transformation & Remediation
Chapter 14 - Intersection, Union & Difference
Chapter 14 - Intersection, Union & Difference
Chapter 15 - Thinking Ahead 5 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 15 - Thinking Ahead 5 (Internal Assessment)
Chapter 16 - Storytelling
Chapter 16 - Storytelling
Chapter 17 - Problems & Projects
Chapter 17 - Problems & Projects
Chapter 18 - Thinking Ahead 6 (External Assessment)
Chapter 18 - Thinking Ahead 6 (External Assessment)
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Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries
English A Language & Literature SL
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Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries

Exploring Borders Global Issues Through Texts & Tales

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Introduction

  •  Definition: Borders and boundaries refer to physical, psychological, cultural, and linguistic divisions that separate people, nations, cultures, and ideologies.
  •  Significance: They reflect upon global issues and can be seen in local or even personal contexts. For example, immigration policies represent physical borders but also hint at cultural and ideological differences between nations.

Types of borders

  •  Geopolitical Borders: Physical lines dividing nations and states. They often create the need for border-crossing, which can be a routine task or a political act, depending on the context. Example: U.S.-Mexico border issues have triggered intense political and humanitarian debates.
  •  Cultural and Personal Borders: Abstract boundaries defined by personal beliefs, cultural norms, or societal rules. Example: In many societies, gender norms create boundaries around what men and women can do.
  •  Media Borders: Boundaries between different types of media texts. These can blur as technology evolves, like the convergence of print and digital media today.

Consequences of border crossing

  • Philosophical: Challenges our perception of self and other, impacting personal identity. Example: A student studying abroad experiences changes in their worldview.
  • Psychological: Creates feelings of alienation or liberation. For example, immigrants might feel disconnected in a new country, but also free from previous constraints.
  • Economic: Impacts wealth distribution and labor markets. An example is how outsourcing crosses borders to exploit cheaper labor, impacting jobs in both the home and host countries.
  • Political: May lead to changes in policies or political tension. For example, the Brexit vote impacted the UK's political relations and caused internal division.

Changing and strengthening borders

Implications: Changing borders may lead to territorial disputes or new alliances, while strengthening borders often results in increased nationalism and reduced immigration. For instance, the formation of South Sudan in 2011 led to new geopolitical tensions.

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Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries
English A Language & Literature SL
English A Language & Literature SL

Chapter 7 - Borders & Boundaries

Exploring Borders Global Issues Through Texts & Tales

Word Count Emoji
629 words
Reading Time Emoji
4 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

Table of content

Introduction

  •  Definition: Borders and boundaries refer to physical, psychological, cultural, and linguistic divisions that separate people, nations, cultures, and ideologies.
  •  Significance: They reflect upon global issues and can be seen in local or even personal contexts. For example, immigration policies represent physical borders but also hint at cultural and ideological differences between nations.

Types of borders

  •  Geopolitical Borders: Physical lines dividing nations and states. They often create the need for border-crossing, which can be a routine task or a political act, depending on the context. Example: U.S.-Mexico border issues have triggered intense political and humanitarian debates.
  •  Cultural and Personal Borders: Abstract boundaries defined by personal beliefs, cultural norms, or societal rules. Example: In many societies, gender norms create boundaries around what men and women can do.
  •  Media Borders: Boundaries between different types of media texts. These can blur as technology evolves, like the convergence of print and digital media today.

Consequences of border crossing

  • Philosophical: Challenges our perception of self and other, impacting personal identity. Example: A student studying abroad experiences changes in their worldview.
  • Psychological: Creates feelings of alienation or liberation. For example, immigrants might feel disconnected in a new country, but also free from previous constraints.
  • Economic: Impacts wealth distribution and labor markets. An example is how outsourcing crosses borders to exploit cheaper labor, impacting jobs in both the home and host countries.
  • Political: May lead to changes in policies or political tension. For example, the Brexit vote impacted the UK's political relations and caused internal division.

Changing and strengthening borders

Implications: Changing borders may lead to territorial disputes or new alliances, while strengthening borders often results in increased nationalism and reduced immigration. For instance, the formation of South Sudan in 2011 led to new geopolitical tensions.

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