Social change and globalization are interconnected processes. Social change refers to basic alterations in a society's behavior patterns, culture, and structure over time. It can be slow, gradual, or fast and radical. Major theories of social change include evolutionary theory, cyclical theory, equilibrium theory, and conflict theory. Globalization is increasing integration between world units through economic, social, technological, political, and cultural aspects. It has standardized experiences worldwide. Social change results from shifting populations, technological innovation, new ideas and values, and cultural diffusion - all of which are accelerated and interconnected in a globalized world.