1.1 Foundations Flashcards
perspective
how individuals view and interpret situations, shaped by their personal values, assumptions, beliefs, and the collective norms of their society
intrinsic value
the inherent worth or value of something, regardless of its usefulness or benefit to humans
Environmental Value System (EVS)
worldview or paradigm that shapes the way an individual, or group of people, perceives and evaluates environmental issues, influenced by cultural, religious, economic and socio-political contexts
animism
the belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence
technocentric
technological innovation can solve environmental problems and that economic growth can be sustained without harming the environment
anthropocentric
humans must sustainably manage the global system
ecocentric
Integrates social, spiritual and environmental dimensions into a holistic ideal. Puts ecology and nature as central to humanity and emphasizes less materialism and self-sufficiency within societies
value
Belief that guides a person’s or group’s perception and evaluation of environmental issues
relational values
refer to the meaningfulness of people-nature interactions, and interactions among people (including across generations) through nature
confirmation bias
the tendency to search for, interpret, favor and recall information in a way that confirms or supports one’s prior beliefs or values
biocentric
the ethical belief that extends inherent value to all living things
paradigm
a typical example or pattern of something; a model
biorights
the belief that all living things, including plants and animals, have an inherent right to exist, live, and reproduce, independent of human value systems
capitalism
an economic system where private individuals or businesses own the means of production and exchange goods and services based on supply and demand
argument
a set of reasons or evidence used to support a particular point of view or a claim
beliefs
something one accepts as true or real; a firmly held opinion or conviction
behavior
environmentalism
movement that focuses on the protection and preservation of the natural environment through various means, including advocacy, conservation, and sustainable practices
socio-political
how social structures, values, and behaviors influence political processes and, in turn, how political decisions and power structures impact society
socialism
political and economic theory that advocates for collective or governmental ownership and administration of the means of production and distribution of goods
democracy
system of government where power is vested in the people, either directly or through elected representatives
