Learning Activity: Create Your Own Learning Activity

1. In 125-175 words, describe the importance of biodiversity.

Biodiversity is important to people as well as the environment. It varies depending on location, climate, topography, etc. Humans value it for both ecocentric and anthropocentric reasons. Biodiversity affects all organisms from recreational benefits, medicine, food, and even scientific information. The anthropocentric reasons are ways in which it could be useful for us humans. Besides physical means of biodiversity importance, there are ecocentric reasons in which we value it. Ecocentric reasons is basically what goes further than the typical benefits; they have an intrinsic value. In some instances, one might find comfort in knowing that our biodiversity is protected and conserved for many generations to come. Sometimes simply having the knowledge that the future of biodiversity is secure is simply satisfying enough. There are many benefits to having biodiversity in the environment, ranging from those on the microscopic to the bigger than human levels.

2. In 125-175 words, what are some means that Pennsylvania (or whichever state you live in) could help subdue threats faced against biodiversity?

Even though it is impossible to complete get rid of all the threats facing biodiversity, we can certainly subdue such activities. Pennsylvania has a lot of different organizations to help the biodiversity of many organisms and other species. For example, the PA Fish and Boat Commission take many samples of fish and other aquatic populations. They recognize the abundance of the species and are able to control them by either adding an outside agent to improve or decline the actual numbers. By doing this, each species is able to achieve a sustainable number even after their harvest season. This organization can remove invasive species to help the wanted organisms thrive in our environment. Other means of increasing the biodiversity throughout Pennsylvania can be something as simple as planting a garden to help birds and insects. It all varies, but it will be beneficial for future generations.

3. Draw a system diagram to show the relationship between humans and biodiversity.

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2 thoughts on “Learning Activity: Create Your Own Learning Activity

  1. Hey Samantha, I really enjoyed your post as I feel it covered three different topics stretching across the module. You first sheds light on what I believe makes collective action so difficult as some people are comfortable just sitting by and leaving it up to others as long as they are ok. I also really liked how you related your second paragraph to Pennsylvania, being from NJ and going to school here its fun to learn new things about the state. If you would like to check out my post link is http://sites.psu.edu/geog30/2016/04/15/57450/ 🙂

  2. Samantha,

    My name is Chase and I really liked your post! Your thoughts on how the state of Pennsylvania can reduce its negative impact on biodiversity were very appealing. By placing regulations on fishing and other effects of boating, we can maintain a safe number of the population. You are right, even by planting a small garden, you are helping the world maintain its species. Great post!

    Here is a link to my post: http://sites.psu.edu/geog30/2016/04/15/chase-sandler-cr…our-own-activity/

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