Teaching of Environmental Studies (EVS)
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While clarifying the concepts of 'Environmental Ethics' and 'Sustainable Development' in Environmental Studies (EVS) teaching, who first proposed the 'Gaia Hypothesis', which views the Earth as a self-regulating living super-organism?
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The Gaia Hypothesis was first proposed in the 1970s by the renowned British scientist and environmentalist James Lovelock, with significant contributions from microbiologist Lynn Margulis.
According to this hypothesis, the Earth's biosphere and physical environment (atmosphere, oceans, and lithosphere) interact as a complex, self-regulating system that maintains conditions favorable for life.
- James Lovelock: Formulated the Gaia hypothesis.
- Arne Naess: Known for coining the term 'Deep Ecology'.
- Garrett Hardin: Known for the essay 'The Tragedy of the Commons'.
- Ernst Haeckel: Coined the term 'Ecology'.
In EVS pedagogy, this concept is crucial for helping students understand ecological balance and global interconnections.
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