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Imagine that you have to spend an extended period (a year or two) on an island where there are no other people or buildings.
1. Select any geographic region and any kind of environmental conditions. You may choose a densely forested tropical island, or a relatively dry island with beautiful beaches, dunes, etc.
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2. Choose five animals to share the island with you. Provide reasons for your choice.
3. Choose one person to accompany you to the island for the duration of your stay. Whom would you choose? Which qualities and skills does this person have to offer to make your stay more bearable?
4. Pack five items besides your clothing. What will you take with you?
5. Evaluation: Ask at least two of your classmates to evaluate your knowledge of the interaction between people and the environment. The have to provide comments with regard to the following:
a) It is quite possible to survive on this island — the environment is not too hostile.
b) The choice of terrain for the camping site is sensible / not sensible.
c) The selected animals are suited to the climate and will not endanger the people
d) The choice of companion is wise / unwise, because:
e) The five additional items have been selected wisely / unwisely
I am of the opinion that___________understands the interaction between people and the environment.
Signed:______________
| Learning outcomes (LOs) |
| LO 1 |
| Promotion of HealthThe learner is able to make informed decisions concerning personal, community and environmental health. |
| We know this when the learner: |
| 1.1 plans an action in which laws and/or policies for protecting environmental health are applied to address an environmental health issue; |
| 1.2 critically analyses the causes of common diseases in relation to socio-economic and environmental factors; |
| 1.4 indicates that he/she is able to take responsible and informed decisions on personal and environmental safety; and; |
| 1.5 examines a health and safety issue related to violence, and proposes alternatives to violence as well as counter-strategies. |
| LO 2 |
| Social DevelopmentThe learner is able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions. |
| We know this when the learner: |
| 2.1 discusses the violation of human rights and plans counter strategies; |
| 2.2 explains how democratic processes can be employed to deal with local problems; |
| 2.3 discusses how he / she would promote nation building in different contexts; |
| 2.4 critically evaluates changes in cultural norms and values in terms of personal and community issues; and |
| 2.5 is able to discuss the contributions made to social development by organisations from within different religions. |
LO 5
Orientation with Regard to the World of Work
The learner will be able to make informed decisions about further study and career choices.
We know this when the learner:
5.1 identifies and discusses career and study choices and their corresponding requirements;
5.2 investigates career and study opportunities related to own interests and abilities.
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