Contemporary World - Melville Maniego IAS
Contemporary World - Melville Maniego IAS
STUDY GUIDES
Your ability to adapt to the new learning system will be the best key to finish this module,
this module relies on your hand for your success. You will exercise independence, self-
righteousness, and competency for you to be able to learn. As a student of the Baliwag Polytechnic
College, you are encouraged to be trained as a young professional, to be prepared for adjustment,
and to have the ability to focus despite distance learning. Always place in your mind that you are
being observed as you perform the tasks of this worksheet. Give your best at all times when you
perform each task. Your performance in this workbook will be the basis of your grades for the
entire semester. Do not waste your time, effort, and energy. Always stay motivated and inspired
to make your dreams come true. The following guides and house rules will help you further to be
on track and to say at the end of the module.
1. Schedule and manage your time wisely for you to accomplish the given tasks in
this module.
2. If there are things that you do not understand, go over, and focus on the lesson.
If this will not work, seek the help of your family members or leave me a
message so I can assist. ([email protected])
3. Before you start doing anything else, read, and understand the learning tasks
carefully. Always aim for the best and do not settle with low grades.
4. Think before you write. In answering all the assessment activities, write legibly,
and follow the instructions as needed.
5. Do not hesitate to keep open communication with me through any available
platforms. I am more than willing to help you to accomplish your goals.
6. Once you are done in the module, you can proceed with doing other tasks in the
succeeding units that are scheduled for the finals.
7. You are expected to answer all the printed-based activities, assignments, and
reflection guides for you to pass in this course.
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8. Remember you are the student hence, you are expected to accomplish and study
the module on your own. You can seek help and support from your family
members and friends but the actual activities must be done by you.
GRADING SYSTEM
Midterm Grade
Self-paced activities, Quizzes -60%
Examination -40%
Course Description:
This course introduces students to the contemporary world by examining the multifaceted
phenomenon of globalization. Using the various disciplines of the social sciences, it examines the
economic, social, political, technological, and other transformations that have created an
increasing awareness of the interconnectedness of peoples and places around the globe. To this
end, the course provides an overview of the various debates in global governance, development,
and sustainability. Beyond exposing the student to the world outside the Philippines, it seeks to
inculcate a sense of global citizenship and global ethical responsibility.
STUDY SCHEDULE
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Weeks 2-3 Module 2: Globalization Structure
Midterms
Week 4 Module 3: Digital Thumbprint
a. Digital Mindfulness
b. Digital Impact
c. Digital Transformation
Lesson 2
a. Debate
Lesson 3 Webinar
Finals
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Module 1: Experiential Based Approach
As we continue working with this module, we will also have the opportunity to debrief ourselves
as we gather our thoughts, we will be able to free our minds from the losses and create a new path
to success.
Join the class as we open the door for this new CONTEMPORARY WORLD.
Before We Begin
What is your experience with the COVID Scare? How did you adjust from this new normal? Can
you differentiate your life before this pandemic in comparison to this new normal? These are some
of the questions that until now, you failed to discuss with your parents, classmates, and significant
others. We are emotionally affected by this global issue. And guess what, this is also part of this
subject, CONTEMPORARY WORLD. We are all social creatures that every change that occurs
in our society affected us as well. We see the DOMINO EFFECT of each tragedy and glory,
economically, physically, and psychologically. These are the adjustments we need to partake, just
like what we are doing right now, we are now avoiding face to face educational system. We
stopped meeting in the classroom settings and take a modular or online learning method. These
are now part of contemporary learning to understand the subject matter.
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Challenge # 1
With this pandemic the world is facing right now, write a reflection on how this
challenge affected you, and how did you respond in this global health care? Are you
ready for this challenge and how did you adjust for you to cope up with this crisis. Write not less
than 250 words and not more than 300 words to express your insights. Take advantage of this
activity to debrief.
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Lesson 1: Introduction to the Study of Globalization
Objective
The goal of this module is to;
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Globalization’s Purpose
Globalization's purpose is to complement more
objective or technical globalization narratives with
more direct accounts of social and emotional issues.
These refer to the previous and present issues that
this world is experiencing. We are not here to give
justification or to give judgment, rather we unveil
and learn from the said process.
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Challenge # 2
As a student, what is the discovery that you can consider as part of globalization? Can
you cite examples of globalization? What are the effects of these globalization standards
to you as a person and to your significant others? In this challenge, draw a map of the world and
express how do you visualize globalization at this time of the pandemic. Write at least 100 words
as an explanation for your artwork. Enjoy the process.
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B. Taking a Systems View
We can experience globalization as a process that is all around us. It affects us through the products
we consume, when we travel, and in our study and work life. It can be overwhelming and complex
as well when we try to understand it comprehensively. Who are involved or players in
globalization:
a. National Government
b. Organizations
c. Institutions
d. Individuals
e. Customs and Traditions
f. and numerous variety of players
The scope is beyond anybody’s control, at the same time, it is important to analyze the process and
not to translate the events as general conclusions. Influences and features of globalization are based
on the following:
a. Environment
b. History
c. Demography
d. Government System
e. Adaptability (Positive or Negative)
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Organization and the Environment
United Nations
The UN also provides a forum for its members to express their views in the General Assembly,
the Security Council, the Economic and Social Council, and other bodies and committees. By
enabling dialogue between its members, and by hosting negotiations, the Organization has become
a mechanism for governments to find areas of agreement and solve problems together.
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Challenge # 3
What is your favorite online application? It can be a social media application, gaming
account, online sales application, or another sort of mobile preferences. Let us discuss
how does it have the system where you were able to get hooked. Discuss to us the process of this
application and try to relate this application to globalization. Why do you think people were been
influenced by mobile devices? Can you consider that mobile devices are now part of our
environment? Discuss your reaction in not less than 250 words and not more than 300 words.
Take advantage of this task for you to visualize the effect of globalization on the youth of today.
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C. Defining Globalization through Theories of Globalization
Globalization' is a favorite catchphrase of
journalists and politicians. It has also
become a key idea for business theory and
practice and entered academic debates. But
what people mean by 'globalization' is often
confused and confusing. Here we examine
some key themes in the theory and
experience of globalization. (Globalization:
Theories and Experience 2019, Mc Graw)
8 Theories in Globalization
1. Theory of Liberalism
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2. Theory of Political Realism
3. Theory of Marxism
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4. Theory of Constructivism
A theory of instruction should address four major aspects: (1) predisposition towards learning, (2)
how a body of knowledge can be structured so that it can be most readily grasped by the learner,
(3) the most effective sequences in which to present material, and (4) the nature and pacing of
rewards and punishments. Good methods for structuring knowledge should result in simplifying,
generating new propositions, and increasing the manipulation of information.
5. Theory of Postmodernism
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Many postmodernists hold one or more of the following views: (1) there is no objective
reality; (2) there is no scientific or historical truth (objective truth); (3) science and
technology (and even reason and logic) are not vehicles of human progress but suspect
instruments of established power; (4) reason and logic are not universally valid; (5) there
is no such thing as human nature (human behavior and psychology are socially determined
or constructed); (6) language does not refer to a reality outside itself; (7) there is no certain
knowledge; and (8) no general theory of the natural or social world can be valid or true (all
are illegitimate “metanarratives”).
6. Theory of Feminism
7. Theory of Trans-Formationalism
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A political theory that emphasizes
assimilation as a process of global cultural
convergence. (biology, historical)
A theory proposed by Robinet in the
18th century that posits a single, created
prototype for all species of plants and
animals. The belief in the transformative
power of Confucian culture as a superior
system that can be universally applied to all
people. So long as late
Qing transformationalism based on
allegiance to Confucian values prevailed, the
grounds nationalists were seeking for uniting
those identified as "Chinese" against those
identified as "Manchus", "Mongols,"
"Uigurs," "Tibetans," and even Chinese
Muslims. (Fogel, 2005)
8. Theory of Eclecticism
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Challenge # 4
After learning the theories in globalization, Does your understanding of globalization
affect your belief in globalization? Write a reflection on this module. Express your
reflection in not less than 250 words and not more than 300 words. Enjoy this process as you
determine the effects of globalization on you, as a person and as a student.
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Module 2: Globalization Structure
In this module, it aims to explain regionalism and idealism, the reason why most of people having
difficulty to understand and sometimes leads to discrimination. The content of this module will be
the following;
Objective:
Demonstrate proficient and effective communication (writing, speaking, and use of new
technologies)
Use basic concepts across the domains of knowledge
Demonstrate critical, analytical, and creative thinking
Apply different analytical model in problem-solving
Let’s Begin
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1. Multinational corporations have global reach and increasing power.
2. Travel and shipping are cheap and safe. It took about two months to cross the
Atlantic in 1800. Today it takes about five hours by plane and less than a week by
ship.
3. Governments have decreased tariffs and regulations on international trade, leading
to what is sometimes called euphemistically ”free trade.”
Advantages of Globalization
In 2012 our global economy increased tremendously giving more opportunities such as labor
production and financial growth. Gross Domestic Income went high and more people learn how
to invest. Manufacturers from the First World Country transferred their factories internationally
and allowed workers to secure good working conditions.
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Disadvantages of Globalization
Globalization opened the gates for development and we were able to take advantage of those
opportunities. Somehow, we also experienced the downside of globalization.
Challenges of Globalization
International Recruiting
Managing Employee Immigration
Incurring Tariffs and Export Fees
Payroll and Compliance Challenges
Loss of Cultural Identity
Foreign Worker Exploitation
Global Expansion Difficulties
Immigration Challenges and Local Job Loss
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Challenge # 5
Check your surroundings... Based on what you see, what do you see the development of
Globalization? Point out whether it is an advantage or disadvantage effect of
globalization. Create a Table to compare the good side and the bad side of globalization.
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Module 3: Digital Thumbprint
a. Digital Mindfulness
b. Digital Impact
c. Digital Transformation
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Digital Mindfulness
What do we give out when we sign up for any social media app?
Our Information!
Our information is valuable. It’s what makes money
for some of the biggest companies in the world, but
it is also really valuable to us.
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Challenge # 6:
What are the social media app are you using? How sure are you that you value your
information? How do you protect yourself from the scrupulous social network sites?
Do you read the Terms of Service (TOS)? Write your reflection not less than 250 words and not
more than 300 words.
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Digital Identity at Risk
Cassie D. Maingat
Challenge # 7:
What do you think about the picture above? Think of the personal information you
have online right now. How much of that personal information do you think can be used by hackers
and scammers?
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Challenge # 8:
After the review, what do you think you should do to be able to protect yourself
digitally? Can you now create a personal platform for you to promote digital
mindfulness? Share your thoughts in not less than 250 words and not more than 300 words, write
a reflection about digital mindfulness, and promote this idea.
Reference:
Digital Mindfulness, PinasFORWARD together with Globe Telecoms, Inc.
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Digital Impact
Overview: Digital Impact:
1. Being aware of the positive and negative
impact on posts.
2. Understanding the importance of our
intentions when posting.
3. Choosing to create a positive impact online.
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Challenge # 9:
Are you a victim of Cyber-Bullying? How did you respond? Did you react positively
or negatively? Were you able to make use of your experience to become an inspiration
for others? In not less than 250 words and not more than 300 words, discuss your experience,
and share how can you stop cyber-bullying with your significant others. Enjoy writing your
reflection.
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Proper Posting
The internet and social media can also become a place to share stories of real people showing acts
of kindness from returning a book, to working with people to help others.
A single intention can create a world of impact.
A single post, no matter the intention, can mean different things to others. Take the example of
this netizen who complained about her work:
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3. Be Part of the Solution: We have the
freedom to connect with others
through the internet, and we have the
responsibility to keep healthy
connections with our fellow netizens.
When there is something wrong
online, let’s do our best to respond
and help one another.
4. Know the power of our words. We
must be aware of what we say
because our words and actions can
hurt others, offline, and online.
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Challenge # 10:
"Every time I Interact, I Impact!" How can we consider to be a catalyst of hope to my
society by creating an impact with social media? How can we become more
responsible and become the first bystander to act? Share your thoughts by writing your reflection
not less than 250 words and not more than 300 words.
Reference:
Digital Mindfulness, PinasFORWARD together with Globe Telecoms, Inc.
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Digital Transformation
Overview
Digital Transformation means using information and
technology to build a nation by bringing people
together and creating an ecosystem for the greater
good. Digital Transformation means using
information and technology to build a nation by
bringing people together and creating an ecosystem
for the greater good.
Digital Transformation means using information and
technology to build a nation by bringing people
together and creating an ecosystem for the greater
good.
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The Good Effect of Technology
a. Creativity and freedom of expression
b. Socialization and relationship-building
c. Independence and empowerment
d. Problem solving and perseverance
e. Freedom of information
f. Instill an entrepreneurial spirit
g. Creates jobs
1. It takes a community to move the nation forward, but it also takes a community to move it
backward.
2. Our ancestors have relied on making connections to survive as a community. Now,
technology has made it easier for us to connect, but when we forget why we have
technology on a community level, then we have lost track of the path to solidarity.
We can’t be one as a nation if we are not connected as a community.
Our abuse of technology has led us to commit a collective wrong. Let’s use
technology to build towards a collective right.
Before we are users and consumers of technology, we are caregivers and
stakeholders of our community and our nation.
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Challenge # 11:
As part of GenZ, how do use technology to our advantage? How do we use technology
to improve ourselves and to amplify our communities? By having the right attitude towards
technology. Write your reflection in not less than 250 words and not more than 300 words.
Reference:
Digital Mindfulness, PinasFORWARD together with Globe Telecoms, Inc.
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Module 4: The Webinar
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Lesson 1: Global Citizenship
Education for global citizenship is not an additional subject - it's a framework for
learning, reaching beyond school to the wider community. It can be promoted in class
through the existing curriculum or through new initiatives and activities.
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Challenge # 12:
Consider that you are representing our country to a global leadership forum
and you must contemporarily show to the world yourself as a global citizen.
At this point, take this opportunity to display your narrative curriculum vitae or resume
in paragraph form to impress other participants and encourage them to invest and
promote our nation.
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Education for Global Citizenship
Global Citizenship Education (GCED) is UNESCO's response to these challenges. ... It aims to
instill in learners the values, attitudes, and behaviors that support responsible global citizenship:
creativity, innovation, and commitment to peace, human rights, and sustainable development.
Sub-divided into three different categories and focus, (1) Knowledge and Understanding, (2)
Skills, and (3) Values and Attitude.
Given the interconnected and interdependent nature of our world, the global is not 'out there'. Our
links to people and places on every continent mean the global is part of our everyday lives:
Socially and culturally through the media and telecommunications, and through travel and
migration.
Economically through trade and international finance.
Environmentally through sharing one planet.
Politically through international relations and systems of regulation.
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Global Citizenship involves and what is not.
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A global citizen is respectful of cultural diversity and human rights. They're empathetic to causes
and suffering around the world and feel responsible for their impact on it and making change.
They see themselves as a citizen of the world, rather than a single country.
Challenge # 13:
Be a global citizen, take this opportunity to think of what can you contribute to this
society. Make research on how to develop a society that will fit your community. Select on various
social media sites that you can promote your society to be inclusive in forming an empowered
community. Write a paragraph that your community must follow to meet international standards.
Compose your article in at least 250 words and not more than 300 words to describe your criteria.
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Lesson 2 Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations has challenged 195 nations to address the needs of its people, children, and
families in the Sustainable Development Goals Global Movement.
In 2015, 195 nations agreed with the United Nations that they can change the world for the
better.
This will be accomplished by bringing together their respective governments, businesses, media,
institutions of higher education, and local NGOs to improve the lives of the people in their
country by the year 2030.
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Challenge # 14:
Create a sustainable Development Goal. Below is the list of the United Nations'
Sustainable Development Goal. Help our nation improve plans on how to alleviate
and improve our countries' standing in this development goal. Select Five (5)
categories on how we can improve and prepare a developmental plan. You have free
will to prepare your proposal. Consider this as your research paper.
1. Eliminate Poverty
2. Erase Hunger
3. Establish Good Health and Well-Being
4. Provide Quality Education
5. Enforce Gender Equality
6. Improve Clean Water and Sanitation
7. Grow Affordable and Clean Energy
8. Create Decent Work and Economic Growth
9. Increase Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
10. Reduce Inequality
11. Mobilize Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Influence Responsible Consumption and Production
13. Organize Climate Action
14. Develop Life Below Water
15. Advance Life On Land
16. Guarantee Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
17. Build Partnerships for the Goals
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Getting to know the Sustainable Development Goals
In September 2015 Heads of State and Government agreed to set the world
on a path towards sustainable development through the adoption of the 2030
Agenda for Sustainable Development[1.1]. This agenda includes 17
Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, which set out quantitative
objectives across the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of
sustainable development — all to be achieved by 2030. The goals provide a
framework for shared action "for people, planet, and prosperity," to be
implemented by "all countries and all stakeholders, acting in a collaborative
partnership." As articulated in the 2030 Agenda, "never before have world
leaders pledged common action and endeavor across such a broad and
universal policy agenda."[1.2] 169 targets accompany the 17 goals and set
out quantitative and qualitative objectives for the next 15 years. These targets
are "global in nature and universally applicable, taking into account different
national realities, capacities and levels of development and respecting
national policies and priorities."[1.3] A set of indicators and a monitoring
framework will also accompany the goals. The indicators are defined by the
Inter-Agency and Expert Group on SDG Indicators (IAEG-SDGs), which
will present its recommendations to the UN Statistical Commission in March
2016.
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Goal 1. End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
Goal 3. Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all
ages.
Goal 5. Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
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Goal 10. Reduce inequality within and among countries.
Goal 13. Take urgent action to combat climate change and its
impacts.
Goal 14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine
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Challenge # 14:
After knowing the Sustainable Development Goal. Can you now be a part of involving
yourself in sharing your contribution to this world? In not less than 250 words and
not more than 300 words, express what you can contribute for us to have a sustainable world.
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Lesson 3 Webinar
Congratulations on reaching this far! I am proud that you were able to attain this level. Because
you did not procrastinate and did your best, you were able to finish almost the entire module. As
your last activity, the moderator wants you to watch the Webinar entitled "Launching a Webinar -
Helping the Students Amidst the Pandemic", hosted and prepared by the 2 nd year students of
Financial Management and Marketing Management of the Institute of Business and Accountancy,
Baliwag Polytechnic College in the 1st Semester of SY 2020-21 (Finance and Marketing Webinar
Directors).
https://www.facebook.com/financeandmarketingwebinardirectors/videos/639022386792108
Challenge # 15:
The final challenge is to ask you to create your team and start conducting your class
webinar. Based on the lessons that we had in this entire module, you can begin working with your
classmates. Discuss and administer a webinar for this semester and have the free will to conduct
the said activity. It is not mandatory but I know you can learn a lot from this activity. If you will
not be able to participate, there is no need to worry. Just write a reflection on the previous webinar
conducted by the Finance and Marketing Webinar Directors on each topic and the webinar, to be
performed by the interested participants. Feel free to reach your instructor if needed. Have fun
and again, congratulations on reaching the end of this module.
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https://velocityglobal.com/blog/globalization-benefits-and-challenges/
https://think-asia.org/handle/11540/11189
https://study.com/academy/lesson/economic-interdependence-definition-causes-effects.html
https://www.imf.org/external/pubs/ft/fandd/2001/06/streeten.htm
https://kalyan-city.blogspot.com/2011/03/what-is-trade-meaning-and-nature.html
https://www.alert-software.com/blog/the-advantages-and-disadvantages-of-globalization-for-the-
workplace
https://velocityglobal.com/blog/globalization-benefits-and-challenges/
https://www.parlia.com/c/advantages-disadvantages-globalization
https://www.oxfam.org.uk/education/who-we-are/what-is-global-citizenship/
https://worldtop20.org/philippines
https://sdg.guide/chapter-1-getting-to-know-the-sustainable-development-goals-e05b9d17801
https://www.facebook.com/financeandmarketingwebinardirectors
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Instructor/Professor
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