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What is demography?
What is demography?
- The study of the environment and its impact on human populations
- The study of animal populations and their habitats
- The study of human populations and the process through which populations change in respect to environment, geography and climate (correct)
- The study of the economy and its impact on human populations
What are the three dimensions of sustainability?
What are the three dimensions of sustainability?
- Social responsibility, economic efficiency, and political stability
- Environmental responsibility, economic growth, and political stability
- Environmental responsibility, economic efficiency, and social solidarity (correct)
- Environmental responsibility, social solidarity, and economic growth
What are the Millennium Development Goals?
What are the Millennium Development Goals?
- A set of goals signed by leaders of 189 countries in 2000 to be achieved by 2015 (correct)
- A set of goals proposed by the OWG in 2012 to be achieved by 2030
- A set of goals signed by leaders of 189 countries in 2015 to be achieved by 2030
- A set of goals proposed by the UN in 2015 to be achieved by 2030
What is a push factor in migration?
What is a push factor in migration?
What is sustainable development?
What is sustainable development?
What is the purpose of demographers?
What is the purpose of demographers?
What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
What are the Sustainable Development Goals?
Demography is the study of human populations and how they change over time?
Demography is the study of human populations and how they change over time?
Birth, death, and migration are the three factors that produce population stability or change?
Birth, death, and migration are the three factors that produce population stability or change?
Young populations are not affected by societal change?
Young populations are not affected by societal change?
The rise of global populations is alarming due to a decrease in resources and the spread of infectious diseases?
The rise of global populations is alarming due to a decrease in resources and the spread of infectious diseases?
Demographers study population to determine their size and composition and to predict how they are likely to change in years to come?
Demographers study population to determine their size and composition and to predict how they are likely to change in years to come?
Global migration can be understood as a cause-and-effect relationship, with causes being as numerous as their effects?
Global migration can be understood as a cause-and-effect relationship, with causes being as numerous as their effects?
Sustainable development is a unique opportunity to create markets, integrate marginalized people into society, and give everyone freedom to choose their future?
Sustainable development is a unique opportunity to create markets, integrate marginalized people into society, and give everyone freedom to choose their future?
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Demography Definition
Demography Definition
The study of human populations and how they change.
Sustainability Dimensions
Sustainability Dimensions
Environmental responsibility, economic efficiency, and social solidarity.
Millennium Development Goals
Millennium Development Goals
Goals set by countries in 2000 to achieve by 2015.
Push Factor (Migration)
Push Factor (Migration)
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Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development
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Demographer's Role
Demographer's Role
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Sustainable Development Goals
Sustainable Development Goals
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Population Stability Factors
Population Stability Factors
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Young Populations and Society
Young Populations and Society
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Global Population Concerns
Global Population Concerns
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Demography and Prediction
Demography and Prediction
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Global Migration and Relationships
Global Migration and Relationships
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Sustainable Development Purpose
Sustainable Development Purpose
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Study Notes
Demography
- Study of human populations and their changes over time.
- Analyzes birth, death, and migration as key factors influencing population stability or growth.
- Demographers assess size and composition of populations to make future predictions.
- Global population rise raises concerns due to limited resources and spread of infectious diseases.
Dimensions of Sustainability
- Environmental: Focus on conserving natural resources and ecosystems.
- Social: Aims to promote social equity and inclusivity within communities.
- Economic: Encourages responsible economic practices to support sustainable growth.
Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)
- Eight international development goals established following the Millennium Summit in 2000.
- Aims to address various global issues, including poverty, education, and healthcare.
- Goals were set with specific targets to be achieved by 2015.
Push Factors in Migration
- Conditions or circumstances that drive individuals to leave their home country or region.
- Can include economic instability, conflict, environmental issues, and lack of opportunities.
Sustainable Development
- A development model that balances economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social equity.
- Seeks to empower marginalized communities and promote individual freedom in the decision-making process.
Purpose of Demographers
- To analyze population data to understand trends and dynamics.
- Predict future demographic changes to inform policy and planning.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- A set of 17 global goals adopted by UN member states in 2015 to address pressing global challenges.
- Focus on eradicating poverty, achieving gender equality, and ensuring environmental sustainability by 2030.
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