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Lesson 10: Human Person in the Environment Flashcards

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The discipline that studies the moral relationships of human beings with the environment and its non-human contents

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Environmental Philosophy

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Based on this model, humans are superior and central to the universe, thus, it is human centered.

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Anthropocentric Model

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It is the ecological or relational integrity of the humans which provides meaning of our morals and values and it is nature centered. Devoted to preserving the totality of Earth’s biodiversity and the functioning of it’s life supporting system

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Ecocentric Model

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A pre-Socratic philosopher and scientist that talked about the creation - destruction

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Anaximander

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According to him, the sketch of the genesis of the world (cosmology), the evolution of the world begins with the generation of opposites in certain region Nature. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)

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Anaximander, ANCIENT

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According to him, “universe is a living embodiment of nature’s order, harmony and beauty.” (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)

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Pythagoras, ANCIENT

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He sees our relationship with the universe involving biophilia and cosmophilia (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)

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Pythagoras, ANCIENT

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love of other living things

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biophilia

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love of other living beings

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cosmophilia

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He believes that beauty is ultimately a symbol of morality (goodness). He believes that the orderliness of nature and the harmony of nature with our faculties guide us toward a deeper religious perspective. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)

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Immanuel Kant, MODERN

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According to him, we must ignore any practical motives or inclinations that we have and instead contemplate the object without being distracted by our desires. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)

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Immanuel Kant, MODERN

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He believes that the orderliness of nature and the harmony of nature with our faculties guide us toward a deeper religious perspective. (ANCIENT or MODERN THINKER?)

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Immanuel Kant, MODERN

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Talked about the power of humans over nature,
believed that humanity had dominated nature. There can only be changes if we will change our attitude towards our perception of the environment.

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Herbert Marcuse

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Believed that as human beings, we do not have only rights but duties. We are not only citizens of the community but how we react to this community and in our reaction to it, change it.

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George Herbert Mead

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THEORY that explained that ecological crisis is an outcome of anthropocentrism. The controlling attitude of humankind is extended to nature, where in fact humanity is part of nature.

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Deep Ecology

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THEORY that stated that ecological crisis results from authoritarian social structures. Destroying nature is a reflection wherein few people overpower others while exploiting the environment for profit or self interest.

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Social Ecology

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THEORY that argues that ecological crisis is a consequence of male dominance. In this view, whatever is “superior” is entitled to whatever is “inferior.”

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Ecofeminism

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An ecological philosophy developed by Norwegian philosopher _______ ________ in the early 1970’s asserting that all life forms have an equal right to exist.

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Deep Ecology, Arne Naess

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It is a critical social theory founded by American anarchist and libertarian socialist author ______________.

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Social Ecology, Murray Bookchin

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Also called ecological feminism, branch of feminism that examines the connections between women and nature. It’s name was coined by French feminist __________ ________________ in 1974.

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Ecofeminism, Francoise d’Eaubonne

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Defined as the ability to have good judgement that allows avoidance of dangers and risks

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Prudence

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The act of using money or other resources wisely and practicality

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Frugality

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Understanding one’s own potential and limitations

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Self-awareness

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Being fully present and attentive to the moment.

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Mindfulness

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Reducing negative emotions like greed, hatred and delusion.

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Emotional Control

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Contributing to the growth and development of others.

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Social Responsibility

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Being honest and avoiding deception

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Integrity

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Willingness to let go of possessions to focus on personal growth

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Detachment from Materialism

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Being honest and avoiding deception

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Authenticity

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FROMM’S VISION OF A NEW SOCIETY
Fostering prudence and fairness towards the environment

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Environmental Awarness

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Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of the future generations.

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Sustainable Development

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3 IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
Refers to maintaining the state of the environment.

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Environmental Integrity.

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3 IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
This means that human activities should not unduly disrupt the ecosystem and human communities located in the area

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Environmental Integrity

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3 IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
Refers to prudence in decision-making regarding the use of resources to ensure that there is minimum to zero waste.

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Economic Efficiency

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3 IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY
Demands that we use our natural resources in such a manner that these are conserved so that the next generation will be able to use them

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Equity

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Two of the many virtues that can help us in addressing various environmental problems and solving the challenges these problems has created

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Prudence and Frugality

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It is considered an ecological virtue since it can help us become wiser, more responsible in terms of using our natural resources, and, most importantly, become more appreciative of nature’s essential value.

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Prudence

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The capacity to direct and discipline one’s activities and behaviour using reason

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Prudence

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The quality of being thrifty.

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Frugality

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It is careful supervision of one’s social resources

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Frugality

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It is also the cautious management of material resources, especially money

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Frugality

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A ______ person always invest to think carefully just to save a lot of money

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Frugal

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It is a social and political movement that addresses environmental issues, improves the environment, and promotes sustainable practices. It involves individuals, organizations, and communities spreading knowledge, changing policies, and promoting environmental conservation.

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Environmentalism

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It examines the morality that governs human relationships with nature. It guides policy, conservation, and personal behaviour

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Environmental Ethics

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It goes beyond human interests to address the well-being and rights of non-human entities, such as animals, ecosystems, and natural elements.

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Environmental Ethics

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It goes beyond human interests to address the well-being and rights of non-human entities, such as animals, ecosystems, and natural elements.

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Environmental Ethics

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It advocates argue that nature has inherent value, regardless of its benefit to humans. It questions anthropocentrism.

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Environmental Ethics

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It includes several ethical frameworks, such as anthropocentrism (human-centered), biocentrism (life-centered), and ecocentrism (ecosystem-centered), each having its own approach to moral issues in environmental decision-making.

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Environmental Ethics

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It is a branch of philosophy that focuses on the aesthetics or the study of the sensory, emotional, and intellectual experiences of our interactions with the natural environment.

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Environmental Aesthetics

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It is a branch of philosophy that focuses on the aesthetics or the study of the sensory, emotional, and intellectual experiences of our interactions with the natural environment.

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Environmental Aesthetics

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It explores how individuals perceive, appreciate, and aesthetically respond to the beauty, harmony, and qualities of nature.

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Environmental Aesthetics

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It explores how individuals perceive, appreciate, and aesthetically respond to the beauty, harmony, and qualities of nature.

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Environmental Aesthetics

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It examines the relationship between human aesthetics and the environment, considering how our senses, emotions, and cognitive processes are engaged when we encounter natural landscapes, elements, or art inspired by nature.

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Environmental Aesthetics

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It is an international treaty aimed at addressing the issue of global climate change. It was adopted in Kyoto, Japan, on December 11, 1997, and it came into force on February 16, 2005, after it was ratified by enough countries.

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Kyoto Protocol of 1997

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The protocol was an important milestone in the global effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.

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Kyoto Protocol of 1997

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When was the Kyoto Protocol adopted? When did it come to force?

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December 11, 1997, February 16, 2005

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