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American Idol: A Case Study of Glocalization Instructions: Watch the 2009 TED talk The Surprising Spread of Idol TV by Cynthia Schneider. Full Citation: Schneider, C. (2009, July). The surprisin... g spread of idol TV. [Video], TED Conferences. https://www.ted.com/talks/cynthia_schneider_the_surprising_spread_of_idol_tv?language=en Using proper sentence and paragraph structure, as well as details, are drawn from the video and your required readings on globalization and culture. Journal Questions: What is glocalization? Describe this dynamic process and draw on specific expressions and examples of cultural hybridity from the required readings on globalization and culture to illustrate the meaning of the concept. How are the reality shows "Idol" in Afghanistan and Abu Dhabi (the capital of the United Arab of Emirates) examples of cultural hybridity? Apply the concepts of glocalization and cultural hybridity to the worldwide phenomenon of "Idol." Why is a reality show like "Idol" able to succeed in countries like Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates? Explain how cultural hybridity works in these contexts, using specific examples and evidence from the video. Finally, do you think the impacts of glocalization on local traditions and cultures are generally positive or negative, and why? For example, how does a reality show like "Idol" challenge cultural norms about gender roles and inequality in Afghanistan and Abu Dhabi? [Show Less] [Show More]

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