Darwin 's theory of evolution is a widely held concept that all life is related through the descent of a common ancestor with modification. It presumes the development of life from non-life and how complex creatures evolve over time from more simplistic ancestors by a process called natural selection. According to Darwin’s observations and inferences, natural selection arises from heritable variations (i.e size, shape, behavior, color) among population members, high fertility rate, differences…
The Origin of Man How did life begin? Where did humans come from? The origin of man is a mystery of the universe, however, there is a long-lasting battle raging between the Christian belief and scientists. Christians believe God created Adam and Eve six thousand years ago, and that all the humans, animals, plants of the world began at that time. This theory is called creationism, and their evidence is everything written in the Bible. However, scientists believe in the theory of evolution. They…
The extinction of animals and living organisms is something most humans do not put into perspective, possibly until it’s almost too late. For example, humans don 't realise that their everyday lives are build around these creatures; what we eat, how we breathe, and how our world develops. I myself never thought about a world without whales, manta rays, tigers, plankton and owls and how important they are in my life until I came across the documentary Racing Extinction and the book Sustaining…
A Word on Introspection and Independence “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I am sure that the majority of us ran into this question dozens of times during our childhood. When I was younger the answer would come to me as easy as saying my name. A veterinarian or a ranch owner or a writer, I had many phases. Conversely, if you asked me that question now that I am seventeen years old, the only answer I’d give you would be a shrug of shoulders. How come now, that I am only a few months…
Goal #1: Zynaria will consistently comply with rules and expectations in the home and community. Criteria of Achievement: 1. Zynaria will be able to comply with the rules and expectation with decreasing 6 out 7 incidents per week. 2. Zynaria will be able to demonstrate comprehension of consequences 6 out of 7 incidents per week. Objective: 1. Zynaria will comply with the rules of the home and community. 2. Zynaria will accept the consequences for poor, unhealthy behavior choices. 3. Zynaria…
WE1: CAREER PATHWAYS & PROGRESSION In this assignment I will be evaluating 4 possible careers within the Environmental and Land-based industries. I have chosen the ANIMAL CARE sector, as this is where I would possibly like to have a future career. Being uncertain with career paths, I like the Animal Care path as it’s a flexible path that can branch off into many different job opportunities while providing the valuable experience of working with a variety of different animals. CAREER PATH 1 –…
Defying Gender Roles How many times have you been in a situation where gender roles played a major factor? Gender roles affect every aspect of our life. The gender roles of males and females both develop as a pattern of behavior based on genes. Males and females are expected to follow certain gender roles in today’s society. In the play Antigone, the main character shows a simple example of a courageous woman defying her gender limits. Gender roles are very important by creating tension in the…
In The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka, the protagonist, Gregor Samsa, goes through a change that gives him a new perspective. His metamorphosis causes not only a physical but a psychological transformation within Gregor. This transformation is not exclusive to Gregor, but is also prevalent within the entire Samsa family. Gregor’s metamorphosis was sudden and unexpected. “When Gregor Samsa woke up one morning from unsettling dreams, he found himself changed in his bed into a monstrous vermin” (4).…
The lesson called Home Grown Caterpillars is a lesson about the transformation of a caterpillar to a butterfly (life cycle process) while creating a three dimensional piece of art to express idea, experience, or story. The story associated with this lesson is The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The art piece is a replica of the caterpillar during a butterfly’s life cycle made out of grass seed, soil, stockings, pipe cleaners, and googly eyes. This lesson would be considered an art enhanced lesson…
Worldview Epistemology Origins Problem Solution Destiny Naturalism The epistemology of Naturalism is based on the scientific method. Reason and scientific observation determines truth in this worldview. Naturalists explain the origins of humanity through the theory of evolution. Many Naturalists believe in the “big bang” as the origins of matter and the human race. Naturalists can’t specifically find a problem because they feel that this is the way things are supposed to be. Creatures survive…