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an aspect of neoliberalism (if appropriate you may choose the same area as the project but you must consult with me first). The presentation needs to be 5-10 minutes and it can be presented in a number of forms (poster, slide show, case study, plan or proposal … anything). In the presentation you will show case how some people, group, nation or even you have or could respond to the forces of neoliberalism. The purpose is to show case the things that people do or could do in the face of challenges in the world today thrown up by neoliberalism. You need to do these pre/post class exercises and identify how they relate to the three crises of neoliberalism. WEEK 1 Consumption How do we see these crises that we talked about in today's session presenting in our lives? When you get home catalogue the possessions that you use most in your home. In your journal critically reflect on these possessions. Here are some questions that may help you on your way: What do these possessions say about what you value and how you live? • What do these possessions say about what you value and how you live? • Ask your parents or grandparents about the kinds of things that they had when they were growing up? Can you see any differences? • What do these differences mean for how much you consume and the amount of natural resources you use? Part 2 Pick two items in your house and document some features of each product in your journal. The first item should be a bit of food from the cupboard or the fridge and the second a non-perishable item like an electronic device or some clothing. What is involved in getting this product to you? Where did it come from? How was it made? Who made it and under what conditions?