SUS150 Assignment 8 (Portfolio) Due October 2024
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Introduction
The purpose of creating this portfolio was to reflect on the key insights I gained
throughout this intense module.
I began by revisiting my thoughts on the multiple-choice questions from the
Crossroads assignment. In the section titled “Back at the Crossroads,” I
compare my current perspectives with my initial opinions and provide brief notes
on both.
After completing this reflection, I highlight some key conclusions about the
module and the aspects that left a lasting impression on me.
Back at the Crossroads!
1. (YOU MUST WRITE NOTES ON THIS QUESTION) “Unless fossil-fuel use
slows dramatically, the earth’s average temperature could rise by six degrees
Celsius in the next 100 years.” My personal opinion on this statement is most
closely described by:
a. Who cares?
b. I don’t believe this climate change nonsense.
c. Six degrees will make winters much more bearable to me personally.
d. I’m a bit concerned about this, but there is nothing that I can do about it.
e. I’m a bit concerned about this, but why should I invest my personal time,
effort or money in solving a general social problem.
f.
I think that individually we can and should strive to solve this problem for
the greater good.
Choice now: f
Choice in assignment 1: f
Notes: In both Assignment 1 and this task, I selected option “f,” which reflects
my belief that individual actions play a crucial role in combating climate change.
This viewpoint is consistent with the ethical theories explored in the SUS1501
course, particularly utilitarianism and deontological ethics. Utilitarianism focuses
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