GROUP 7- ECOLOGICAL LITERACY Flashcards
It is the ability to understand the natural systems that make life on earth possible.
means understanding the principles of organization of ecological communities (i.e.
ecosystems) and using those principles for creating sustainable human communities.
an individual’s understanding not only of ecological concepts, but also of his or her place in the ecosystem (meena & alison, 2009)
ecological literacy or eco-literacy
what are ways to develop eco-literacy in schools
(demau)
- Develop empathy for all life forms of life.
- Embrace sustainability as a community practice.
- Make the invisible visible.
- Anticipate unintended consequences
- Understand how nature sustains life.
to become an eco-literate person, they must become:
(irimes)
- an inquirer
- a reflective learner
- intelligently self-directed
- morally responsible
- ecologically responsible
- seek self-transcendence
the idea that human must live and meet their needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
It involves a focus on the well-being of people and communities.
about promoting equity, human rights, access to education and health care, and decent work.
sustainable development
what are the 3 pillars of sustainable development
(ees)
- economy
- environment
- society
includes job creation, profitability, and proper accounting of ecosystem services for optimal cost-benefit analyses.
When it comes to the job market, research shows high rates of employment benefit both the economy and the people’s social well-being through the resource security employment provides.
economy
focuses on the well-being of the environment. This pillar includes water quality, air quality, and reduction of environmental stressors, such as greenhouse gas emissions.
environment
includes environmental justice, human health, resource security, and education, among other important social elements of society.
society
what are the 3 core drivers of sustainable development
(cpd)
- consumption
- production
- distribution
Use of resources beyond the
reasonable limits set by nature.
consumption
Gross inefficiencies in production.
production
Inequetable distribution e.g. distribution of global income between rich and poor.
distribution
what are the 3Es in sustainable development
economy
ecology
equity
what are the 5 principles of sustainable development
(ccscp)
- Conservation of the ecosystem or the environment.
- Conservation of biodiversity of the planet.
- Sustainable development of the society.
- Conservation of human resources.
- Population control and management.
what are the 7 environmental principles
(eaeonne)
- everything is connected to everything else
- All forms of life are important (thus, the need for biodiversity)
- Everything must go somewhere (thus, too much can cause pollution)
- Ours is a finite earth
- Nature knows best
- Nature is beautiful and we are stewards of God’s creation
- Everything changes.
is the basic functional unit of nature
is the interaction of the community
(living components) and the non-living
environment
ecosystem
niche
All organisms have a role in the ecosystem
what are the types of changes
- linear change
- cyclical change
- random change
evolution of species
linear change
influenced by time such as reasons
cyclical change
example of this is eruption of Mt Pinatubo
random change
visualized as a school guided by the principles of environmental sustainability.
Seeks to create a conductive environment to fully utilize all resources.
green school
what are the 3 key aspects in measuring the school’s progress in becoming a green school
(rii)
- Reduces Environmental Impacts and Cost
- Improves occupants’ health and performance
- Increases environmental and sustainability literacy.
what are the characteristics of a green school
(pisrr)
- It protects health.
- It increases students performance.
- It saves energy and money.
- It reduces carbon emission.
- It reduces water usage.
a school that delivers environmental education through assimilation of the
environmental philosophy by the students in formal lessons as well as in activities outside the classroom.
dark green school
schools in dark green schools must be:
- clean and neat
- have proper wast management and land use
- have management policies and guidelines
- have well-planned environmental curriculum
- engage in research
a process that allows individuals to explore
environmental issues, engage in problem solving, and take action to improve
the environment.
environmental education
what are the components of enivronmental education
(akasp)
- Awareness and sensitivity to the environment and environmental challenges
- Knowledge and understanding of the environment and environmental challenges
- Attitudes of concern for the environment and motivation to improve or maintain environmental quality
- Skills to identify and help resolve environmental challenges
- Participation in activities that lead to the resolution of environmental challenges
