The Evolution of Literacy and Human-Environment Relationships Quiz
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Which term was first used by American educator David W. Orr and physicist Fritjof Capra in the 1990s to introduce into educational practice, the value and well-being of the Earth and its ecosystems?

  • Ecological Literacy
  • Environmental Literacy
  • Sustainability
  • Ecoliteracy (correct)
  • What does ecoliteracy refer to?

  • The ability to read and write
  • The ability to understand the natural systems that makes life on earth possible (correct)
  • The ability to empathize with others
  • The ability to solve environmental issues
  • In what context has the usage of the term 'literacy' been greatly extended since the Industrial Revolution?

  • History education
  • Environmental education (correct)
  • Mathematics education
  • Physical education
  • What is the main focus of ecoliteracy?

    <p>The value and well-being of the Earth and its ecosystems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who introduced the term 'ecoliteracy' into educational practice?

    <p>Both David W. Orr and Fritjof Capra</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term is used to describe the ability to understand the natural systems that make life on Earth possible?

    <p>Ecoliteracy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ecoliteracy' encompass?

    <p>The ability to understand natural systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which field has ecoliteracy emerged within?

    <p>Humanities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of ecoliteracy?

    <p>Sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who first used the term 'ecoliteracy' in the 1990s?

    <p>Both David W. Orr and Fritjof Capra</p> Signup and view all the answers

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