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What is a perspective?
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A perspective is a person's point of view on an issue, based on what they believe and value.
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Point of view
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What shapes a person's perspective?
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A person's perspective is shaped by their assumptions, values, and beliefs.
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AVB
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What is an assumption?
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An assumption is something a person accepts as true without questioning it.
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Taken for granted
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What is a value?
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A value is something a person believes is important, such as economic growth or protecting the environment.
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What is a belief?
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A belief is a strong idea about what is right, wrong, or true.
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Why do perspectives matter in ESS?
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Perspectives matter because different people see environmental problems differently and support different solutions.
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Different views → different solutions
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Give one example of different perspectives on deforestation.
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Some people see deforestation as creating jobs and income, while others see it as habitat loss and environmental damage.
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Give one example of how people can have different views about water use
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Water use: farmers may value irrigation, while conservationists focus on saving water.
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Any issue + 2 views
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Give one example of how people can have different views about climate change.
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Climate change: some see it as a serious global threat, others see it as exaggerated.
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Any issue + 2 views
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