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From anthropocentrism to ecocentrism in teaching science and social studies
The aim of the paper is to present the ways in which the attitudes of science, technology and society towards nature and the place of mankind in it have been reflected in the Science and Social Studies curricula from the mid-20th century up to this day ...
Zorica P. Veinović +1 more
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The Trouble with Anthropocentric Hubris, with Examples from Conservation
Anthropocentrism in Western (modern industrial) society is dominant, goes back hundreds of years, and can rightly be called ‘hubris’. It removes almost all moral standing from the nonhuman world, seeing it purely as a resource.
Haydn Washington +4 more
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In this article, we study two Facebook groups in Sweden that address environmental issues, which adopt opposingly radical positions as it regards sustainability: one Facebook group supports climate change denialism, aligning with anthropocentrism, and ...
Vaia Doudaki, N. Carpentier
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Review: Questioning Ireland: debates in political philosophy and public policy [PDF]
This is a review of a collection of essays entitled Questioning Ireland: debates in political philosophy and public policy, edited by Joseph Dunne, Attracta Ingram and Frank Litton, published in Dublin by the Institute of Public Administration in ...
Sheehan, Helena
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Ekomarturia: Manusia dan Alam Bersaksi tentang Kemuliaan Allah
. The world is currently facing the problem of ecological destruction. For this reason, prevention efforts are needed, which start from the changing of the perspective on nature.
Meyrlin Saefatu
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Ecocentrism as anthropocentrism [PDF]
‘Is it true that God is everywhere?’ a little girl asked her mother; ‘I find that indecent!’—a hint to philosophers!
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Two Problems for the Political Inclusion of Animals
ABSTRACT In recent years, the field of animal ethics has taken a political turn, with scholars arguing that sentient nonhuman animals should be included in the political sphere. This article explores two key challenges arising from this turn towards the political inclusion of animals: the Conflict Problem and the Numbers Problem.
David Paaske, Angela K. Martin
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Bridging the gap: Why positive values are not enough for human–bear coexistence
Abstract Amid escalating and complex human–wildlife conflicts driven by global environmental change, understanding the psychosocial drivers of human tolerance is paramount for effective coexistence strategies. This study investigated the determinants of human tolerance towards the Asiatic black bear (Ursus thibetanus) in Gaoligong Mountains, China, a ...
Yunrui Ji, Xuelei Wei, Diqiang Li
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A philosophical outlook on potential conflicts between planetary protection, astrobiology and commercial use of space [PDF]
The aim of this chapter is to use philosophy and, in particular ethical theory, to identify and explore some potential ...
Persson, Erik
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Leverage points for transformative change towards nature inclusivity on Bonaire and Aruba
Abstract Transformative change for a just and sustainable world is urgent to halt and reverse biodiversity loss and climate change. Identifying leverage points for transformative change is crucial but difficult due to the complexity and interconnectedness of systems, compounded by uncertainty and diverse stakeholder views.
Thirze D. G. Hermans +4 more
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