Worldviews

Question 1

Human-centered worldview

Answer 1

Humans have traits that set them apart from other species. Try to control nature with technology. Impacts of economic g+d on natural world are not important. Tech. is solution to problems of potential environmental dmg..

Question 2

Stewardship-based worldview

Answer 2

Humans should be caring stewards/managers of natural world. Recognise that humans use resources but aware that resources may run out + should be managed carefully. Any development must not threaten earth’s life support systems on which humans + other species + ecosystems depend.

Question 3

Nature-centered worldview

Answer 3

Humans are = w/ other species. Other species have a value besides that of their use to humans. Humans are part of nature + completely dependent on it for our wellbeing. Earth’s resources are limited + should not be wasted. Sustainable forms of economic activity - encouraged.