ESS Unit 1

Question 1

Definition of Perspectives

Answer 1

How individuals view and interpret situations

Question 2

What shapes perspectives?

Answer 2

Personal values, assumptions, beliefs and collective norms of society, education, culture, background, religion, economic conditions

Question 3

Significance of Perspectives?

Answer 3

Differing perspectives must be understood to effectively address complex env challenges + enables inclusive discussions

Question 4

Difference between Perspectives and Arguments?

Answer 4

Perspectives are viewpoints influenced by external factors. Arguments are a series of logical statements.

Question 5

Definition of Values?

Answer 5

Principles that influence behaviour, shape perspectives and guide decision making. Impacting how individuals approach env issues

Question 6

Why is their variation in values?

Answer 6

Values vary between individuals and culture; some prioritise economic growth + while emphasising env preservation. Differences lead to diverse approaches (ie; resource management)

Question 7

What is Env Management?

Answer 7

Processes that minimise humanity’s impact on its surroundings. Main objective is to create and maintain conditions so society and nature can coexist.

Question 8

What are the 3 specific Values?

Answer 8

Instrumental, relational and instrinsic values