CONSERVATION IN SOCIETY
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SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1
Explain the concept and principles of nature conservation in broad terms.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1
The concept of nature conservation is explained in broad terms.
Conserving the natural resources for future availability. To conserve is to protect a natural resource from over usage, hunting, harvesting and overall abusing. It must be done in such a manner that all aspects as people, areas and legislation agrees.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2
The principles of nature conservation are outlined as to define the role and purpose of Nature Conservation.
We conserve resources from an ethical fundamental which is a principle, aswel as sustainability of a project.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3
A comparison is drawn between sustainable and unsustainable use of natural resources.
To be sustainable any project, farm, game reserve, heritage site, park needs 3 balanced fundamentals aka: money, physical aspects and cultural aspects.
Considering each contributes to the other.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2
Outline the history of nature conservation.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1
An outline is given of key developments in the history of nature conservation as it applies to changing emphasis within this operational environment.
Key developments in history include the trial and errors which have contributed to a paradigm shifts in people’s idea of what needs to be done to conserve resourses. From species conservation to biodiversity conservation. Animal centred to people centred aswell as protected areas shifting to landscape areas.
.ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2
Key phases in the development of Nature Conservation is identified and discussed.
Phases such as different era’s, wants, beliefs, generations changes has caused different fases in conservation aswell as the impact of war, groot trek and inhabitation of South Africa as a whole. This all has lead to the realisation of conserving landmass, animals, minerals etc.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3
Demonstrate the relevance of nature conservation principles to society.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1
The value of nature conservation is explained as it applies to its aesthetic and ecological value.
Aesthetically we conserve places or species for the beauty and peace of mind it contributes, it also generates more attraction for tourist and is both beneficial for work creation and tourist. Ecologically we conserve with the goal to keep ecosystems sustainable and self-functioning with minimal impact of human habitation. Ensuring a stable ecological system ensures safe drinking water sources and food availability and continuous resources.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2
The relevance of nature conservation is explained as it applies to the legacy of nature conservation for future generations.
It is the ethical thing to do. Conserving means those future generations will also experience the resources we do at this day in time which is only fare. Effective conservation reduces global warming, eco-system collapse and destruction of natural heritage.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3
The importance of nature conservation is explained as it applies to its economic and recreational value.
Keeping resources sustainable means good eco-tourism, work creation, entrepreneurs, training and available medicine to local tribes. This all is beneficial for the economy of that specific area. People can also take part in sports and activities which they would travel far and wide to do. Conserving such places creates the possibilities of recreation.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4
The contribution of nature conservation to a nation's health is described.
South Africa is known for its biodiversity in cultures, fauna & flora, minerals, etc. conserving all these this creates attraction to south Africa from all over the world as we have some of the most beautiful places and animals to be seen as well as multiple different cultures and beliefs to experience. We have a rich history of war and apartheid and how our country rised from the ashes. Conserving what we have left makes South Africa a sustainable tourism industry.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4
Explain the inter-relatedness within ecosystems.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1
The meaning of eco-system inter-relatedness is clarified through the use of key conservation terms.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2
The importance of conserving the integrity of the habitat is explained as it applies to the promoting of the survival of species.
The importance of conserving such is to keep or develop it itno a sustainable system where minimal human interaction is needed. Implementing biodiversity for example makes an eco-system even more sustainable as it widens food chains and lowers risk of starvation.
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 5
Identify scarce plants and animals.
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1
An outline is provided of the work of local, national and international conservations agencies.
NGO's- non governmental organisation
IUCN- International union for conserving nature
WWF- world wildlife fund
TRAFFIC-TRAFFIC's Vision
is of a world in which trade in wild plants and animals is managed at sustainable levels without damaging the integrity of ecological systems and in such a manner that it makes a significant contribution to human needs, supports local and national economies and helps to motivate commitments to the conservation of wild species and their habitats.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2
Definitions are provided along with relevant examples of what is meant by the expression "red data".
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3
A tabulation is given of CITES categories.
ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4
An outline is provided of other degrees of scarcity/abundance of species.
