exam revision Flashcards
code of conduct
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.
wilderness
a wilderness environment is a big ,remote and untouched, orbits bee relatively untouched by humans
experiential learning
obtaining knowledge and understanding through actively engaging in an environment.
1.1.1
Mother Nature
urban environment
built environment
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.
1.1.2 types of outdoor environments
alpine - info on it, where its located in Victoria, two facts (1 being an endangered species)
grassland
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
1.1.3
intrinsic and extrinsic motivations
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
1.1.3
competence/mastery
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
1.1.3
stimulus avoidance
This is where we do something to avoid doing something else.
e.g participating in outdoor experiences as an escape from everyday life.
1.1.4
fear. def, example, potential link to behaviour.
negative
an unpleasant emotion, making someone scared.
e. g. fear of water, rivers
- may never want to visit this kind of environment again
1.1.4
awe
def, example, potential link to behaviour.
positive
feeling of admiration
I am in awe of this place because is beautiful.
- revisit the environment
- gain desire to visit similar places
1.1.4
appreciation
def, example, potential link to behaviour.
positive
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
1.1.4
curiosity
def, example, potential link to behaviour.
negative
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
1.1.5 a
a resource
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
1.1.5 a
recreation/adventure
characterised by the goals of fun, pleasure and adventure
1.1.5 a
spiritual connection
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
1.1.5 a
as a study site
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.
1.1.5 b
experiential learning and knowledge
participating in the environment allows us to form relationships with the outdoors and allows us to develop a sense of place.
1.1.5 b
ecological perspectives
science that exists within the different ecosystems and the interrelationship of a living organism. e.g. scientist, biologist
1.1.5 b
social perspective
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
1.1.5 b
economic perspective
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.
1.1.6
environmental risks
originate from the environment itself. e.g.. weather, terrain, flora and fauna
1.1.6
risks associated with people
risks that are linked to the participants like teachers, elders students etc. it includes factors such as; skills, knowledge, experience, health etc
1.1.6
risks associated with equipment
linked to equipment hat we use whilst on outdoor trips/camps. they include things such as bikes, tents, climbing ropes, helmets etc
1.2.1
media portrayals
how does the media influence
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
