exam revision

Question 1

code of conduct

Answer 1

A code of conduct is a “set of rules” in the ways that we must act when in the outdoors and participating in the environment.

Question 2

wilderness

Answer 2

a wilderness environment is a big ,remote and untouched, orbits bee relatively untouched by humans

Question 3

experiential learning

Answer 3

obtaining knowledge and understanding through actively engaging in an environment.

Question 4

1.1.1
Mother Nature

urban environment

built environment

Answer 4

Women were the nurturers of children, and so other living things were seen from this female perspective.

Areas of permanent infrastructure designed to support higher population densities such as cities and towns.

Areas that have been modified by people and include buildings, parks, and transport systems.

Question 5

1.1.2 types of outdoor environments
alpine - info on it, where its located in Victoria, two facts (1 being an endangered species)

grassland

Answer 5

highest parts of the alps are treeless , being dominated by grasses, shrubs and other small plants.
encompasses approximately 500 000 hectares of the north-east and east of the state.
- only 0.5% is truly ‘treeless’ alpine
-the mont pygmy possum are endangered in the alpine regions

dominated by grasses and other small plants such as herbs and wildflowers.
found in Northern and western parts of the state and in some parts of gippsland
- less then %10 natural tree or shrub cover
- bush stone-curlew birds are animals are endangered

Question 6

1.1.3

intrinsic and extrinsic motivations

Answer 6

intrinsic- the advantages we gain from doing something- or the feeling we got from it e.g.. running 100 meter sprints

extrinsic- motivations that we get from outside ourselves e.g.. money

Question 7

1.1.3

competence/mastery

Answer 7

to solve problem or master a skill or task which is at least moderately challenging for them

• be the first person to accomplish something
• to build physical strength
• set a record

Question 8

1.1.3

stimulus avoidance

Answer 8

This is where we do something to avoid doing something else.

e.g participating in outdoor experiences as an escape from everyday life.

Question 9

1.1.4
fear. def, example, potential link to behaviour.
negative

Answer 9

an unpleasant emotion, making someone scared.

e. g. fear of water, rivers
- may never want to visit this kind of environment again

Question 10

1.1.4
awe
def, example, potential link to behaviour.
positive

Answer 10

feeling of admiration

I am in awe of this place because is beautiful.

• revisit the environment
• gain desire to visit similar places

Question 11

1.1.4
appreciation
def, example, potential link to behaviour.
positive

Answer 11

the recognition of value, significance and enjoyment of the good qualities of an environment
I really apreciate the view from the lookout because it makes me appreciate our great land.
-may appreciate more things in life
-desire to visit similar

Question 12

1.1.4
curiosity
def, example, potential link to behaviour.
negative

Answer 12

uncertainty of an outdoor experience, and the negative effect It has on us

is the event or trip planned completely

• doubt
• stress
• loss of confidence

Question 13

1.1.5 a

a resource

Answer 13

a resource can be described as something from the environment that supplies, supports or aids humans in some way. resources are things like food, water or materials

Question 14

1.1.5 a

recreation/adventure

Answer 14

characterised by the goals of fun, pleasure and adventure

Question 15

1.1.5 a

spiritual connection

Answer 15

taking time out of your day to be amongst nature and reconnecting with the natural world. e.g.. closing eyes and listening to the sound of waves
sleeping out under the stars

Question 16

1.1.5 a

as a study site

Answer 16

a location or place where investigation, analysis and other activities occur in the pursuit of knowledge. scientist and students are people who use a study site.

Question 17

1.1.5 b

experiential learning and knowledge

Answer 17

participating in the environment allows us to form relationships with the outdoors and allows us to develop a sense of place.

Question 18

1.1.5 b

ecological perspectives

Answer 18

science that exists within the different ecosystems and the interrelationship of a living organism. e.g. scientist, biologist

Question 19

1.1.5 b

social perspective

Answer 19

the human interaction with an environment. it refers to the actions of a society or a community. e.g.. scout groups, lifesaving team, bushwalking group

Question 20

1.1.5 b

economic perspective

Answer 20

what the natural environment can hold in terms of resources and income opportunities. it can be directly liked to profit. e.g.. farmer, commercial fisherman.

Question 21

1.1.6

environmental risks

Answer 21

originate from the environment itself. e.g.. weather, terrain, flora and fauna

Question 22

1.1.6

risks associated with people

Answer 22

risks that are linked to the participants like teachers, elders students etc. it includes factors such as; skills, knowledge, experience, health etc

Question 23

1.1.6

risks associated with equipment

Answer 23

linked to equipment hat we use whilst on outdoor trips/camps. they include things such as bikes, tents, climbing ropes, helmets etc

Question 24

1.2.1
media portrayals
how does the media influence

Answer 24

media can influence our responses and relationships with nature and the outdoors.. they can make us fear, love, appreciate outdoor environments or activities

• motivating
• changing behaviour
• informing
• influencing

Question 25

minimal impact

Answer 25

means to have as little environmental impact as possible

Question 26

1.2.4

socioeconomic status

Answer 26

a family or an individuals economic and social position in relation to others based on income , education and occupation

Question 27

1.2.5

positives and negative about technology

Answer 27

-feel safer and have a greater sense of security.

Technology is leading to the deskilling of knowledgeable outdoor enthusiasts/adventurers.

Question 28

perceived risk
absolute risk
real risk

Answer 28

• Individuals subjective assessment of the real risk present at any time.
• uppermost limit of risk

-the amount of risk that
actually exists at a given moment

Question 29

sustainable development

Answer 29

the development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.