28 Questions
Which belief system emphasizes the cyclical nature of time?
Cyclical time belief system
In a society that values amassing wealth for personal gain, what is likely to be the focus of individuals' efforts?
Individual prosperity
Which aspect is central to measuring one's comfort according to the text?
Achievement of personal goals
In a society where human beings are considered the most important, what is likely to be prioritized?
Human rights
Which belief system would typically measure time in terms of structured months, years, and days?
Linear time belief system
What traditional territories is SFU's Burnaby campus situated on?
Coast Salish and Musqueam Nations
Who is described as the original caretakers of the Lands in the text?
Indigenous peoples
What is the main goal mentioned for the course in the text?
To broaden understanding of business's role in society and ecological systems
Which nations are specifically mentioned as part of the Coast Salish peoples in the text?
Tsleil-Waututh and Musqueam Nations
What kind of territories does the text state SFU's Burnaby campus is situated on?
Unceded traditional territories
What purpose does this course serve based on the provided text?
To strengthen critical thinking and systems-thinking skills
How does a worldview impact individuals or societies?
It guides interactions with the world around them
What does a worldview consist of?
A set of beliefs and values honored and upheld by people
Why is preparation important for success in the course?
To complete required materials before class
How does the course encourage personal growth and well-being?
By emphasizing integrity as the foundation for growth
What role do worldviews play in society according to the text?
They guide interactions with others
What characterizes Western knowledge, according to the text?
Defined by 'science' and 'rationality'
How is Indigenous knowledge different from Western knowledge?
Indigenous knowledge is relational and local, while Western knowledge is anchored on rationality
Why has Western knowledge dominated in many societies?
Through colonization and the imposition of Western worldviews
What are some examples of areas where cultures have developed systematic knowledge, according to the text?
Weather and climate, medicine and health care
What is the significance of Indigenous knowledge in today's disrupted society?
It provides solutions for major disruptions in society
How has Indigenous knowledge been traditionally maintained?
Via generations of observations, lived experiences, oral histories
What does Mazzucato emphasize about the Western knowledge of value in modern society?
It includes various aspects beyond profit, price, and finance.
What is the key aspect businesses need to evolve from?
Short-termism to long-termism
What does business sustainability aim to achieve?
Meeting present needs without hindering future generations
How does Mazzucato suggest reevaluating the concept of 'value'?
By supporting the development of a sustainable society
What is the core idea behind business sustainability according to the text?
Ensuring present needs are met without harming future generations
In the context of modern society, what does 'value' creation extend beyond?
'Sustainable' society development
Explore the concepts of time and land in Indigenous beliefs, including the cyclical nature of time, the sacredness of the land, and the interconnectedness between humans and nature.
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