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In this lesson, you will finish reading eitherThe Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History or Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Future. As in Lesson 7, I want you to think critically about the book as you read it, especially with regards to how the content relates to sustainability (all 3 E's) and the ability of humans to live within the ecological limits of the planet. It is important that you think as objectively as possible, trying to see past preconceived ideas, and consider the science behind the writing.
Lesson Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- recall key facts/themes from the reading;
- critically analyze claims made in the book; and
- analyze the evolution of your own thinking with regards to key energy and sustainability issues related to the book.
Required Reading/Viewing
- Chapters 7 - 13 of The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History (145 pages) OR
- Pp. 90 - 201 of Under a White Sky: The Nature of the Future (101 pages).
What is due this week?
You have a book analysis due this week (the same as last week), and a quiz. Again, please note that the quiz can only be taken once and to only take the quiz that covers the book that you are reading. This quiz is timed - you have exactly 1 hour to complete it once you begin. You cannot stop and save - it must be completed in one sitting. Once you submit the quiz, you cannot change answers. All saved answers will automatically be submitted at the deadline if you have not submitted them. The test is not meant to be "tricky," or even to dig deeply into the material. It will consist of two components: First, a review of key concepts from Lessons 3, 4 and 5. Second, it will cover major facts and/or themes from the reading. Again, these questions will be relatively straightforward. There will be no essay questions.
I strongly encourage you to look over at least the "Language of Energy and Sustainability" term list at the end of Lessons 3, 4, and 5 to prepare for this week's quiz. I'm happy to help you review.
| Requirement | Submission Location |
|---|---|
| Lesson 8 Quiz | Canvas - Modules tab > Lesson 8 |
| Lesson 8 Content Analysis | Canvas - Modules tab > Lesson 8 |
Questions?
If you have any general course questions or questions about this lesson's content, please post them to our HAVE A QUESTION? discussion forum located under the Modules tab. I will check that discussion forum regularly to respond as appropriate. While you are there, feel free to post your own responses and comments if you are able to help out a classmate. If you have a question but would like to remain anonymous to the other students, email me through Canvas Inbox.
If you have something related to the material that you'd like to share, feel free to post to the Coffee Shop forum, also under the Modules tab.