IB History Topic Social Issues & Developments Revision Notes (HL)

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Case Studies: South Korea and Sri Lanka

Changing Social Structures, Gender Roles and Urban Life

Asian societies underwent rapid social change, transforming family structures, gender expectations and urban lifestyles.
Industrial growth increased middle-class expansion and urban mobility.
Women gained higher educational access, entering new professional fields.
Traditional family roles adapted to modern employment patterns.
Migration reshaped community identities in major cities.
Exposure to global culture influenced lifestyle choices and norms.

Case study

Social Transformation in South Korea (1980–2005)

Shifts and Causes

Urbanization accelerated social mobility as rural populations moved to cities.
Women entered higher education in increasing numbers, challenging old norms.
Declining birth rates altered demographic structure and family expectations.
Youth culture adopted global influences through media and technology.
Work culture shifted toward skilled professions demanding innovation and training.

Consequences and Patterns

Social inequality grew between urban regions and rural areas.
Dual-income households became common due to economic pressure.
Women faced slower progress in leadership positions despite higher education.
Changing family norms reshaped household responsibilities and priorities.
National debates reflected concerns about cultural continuity and tradition.

Definition

Demographic shift

Significant change in population patterns or structure.

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Case Studies: South Korea and Sri Lanka

Changing Social Structures, Gender Roles and Urban Life

Asian societies underwent rapid social change, transforming family structures, gender expectations and urban lifestyles.
Industrial growth increased middle-class expansion and urban mobility.
Women gained higher educational access, entering new professional fields.
Traditional family roles adapted to modern employment patterns.
Migration reshaped community identities in major cities.
Exposure to global culture influenced lifestyle choices and norms.

Case study

Social Transformation in South Korea (1980–2005)

Shifts and Causes

Urbanization accelerated social mobility as rural populations moved to cities.
Women entered higher education in increasing numbers, challenging old norms.
Declining birth rates altered demographic structure and family expectations.
Youth culture adopted global influences through media and technology.
Work culture shifted toward skilled professions demanding innovation and training.

Consequences and Patterns

Social inequality grew between urban regions and rural areas.
Dual-income households became common due to economic pressure.
Women faced slower progress in leadership positions despite higher education.
Changing family norms reshaped household responsibilities and priorities.
National debates reflected concerns about cultural continuity and tradition.

Definition

Demographic shift

Significant change in population patterns or structure.

Definition

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Paper 1 - The Move to Global War6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Rights and Protest6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Conflict and Intervention6 subtopics

Paper 2 - Independence Movements5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Emergence and Development of Democratic States5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Authoritarian States7 subtopics

Paper 2 - Causes and Effects of 20th Century Wars4 subtopics

Paper 2 - The Cold War: Superpower Tensions and Rivalries4 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of Europe18 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of the Americas18 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of Asia and Oceania18 subtopics

IB History Social Issues & Developments Notes

Case Studies: South Korea and Sri Lanka

Social Transformation in South Korea (1980–2005)

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Case Studies: South Korea and Sri Lanka

Social Transformation in South Korea (1980–2005)

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Paper 1 - The Move to Global War6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Rights and Protest6 subtopics

Paper 1 - Conflict and Intervention6 subtopics

Paper 2 - Independence Movements5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Emergence and Development of Democratic States5 subtopics

Paper 2 - Authoritarian States7 subtopics

Paper 2 - Causes and Effects of 20th Century Wars4 subtopics

Paper 2 - The Cold War: Superpower Tensions and Rivalries4 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of Europe18 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of the Americas18 subtopics

Paper 3 - History of Asia and Oceania18 subtopics