To begin this course of ARW2, we will learn about the course of the Mekong River. It has been a fascination of mine since I first visited it 16 years ago. Since then I have read many books and stories about this river only to find that I am not alone in my fascination of it. Rivers in the world have made civilizations possible as communities developed around them for the water, food, and connectivity it provides. The Mekong, on the other hand, is a border. It is a line that divides. It is a major river of the world, yet the world knows little of it.Watch the video on the ARW ETC site about the Mekong and the development of it. Learn about its necessity for those who live near it and for many countries downstream. And learn about the development of hydro electricity and what that means for livelihoods, the environment, and international relations.
In this first journal blog, share 1-2 main ideas that you learned about the Mekong River that you have never known before. Also, describe one issue (either economic, environmental, cultural, or political) that you never knew about but you think is important.
Remember to include you ID# and your Section # in your post. I look forward to reading your thoughts. Aj. M
