Our author notes that the United States contributes less tha…
Our author notes that the United States contributes less than 15 percent of the world’s carbon emissions, while China accounts for 28 percent and has built hundreds of coal-fired energy plants. What is the main implication our author draws from these facts?
Read DetailsFor this question, assume a friend or family member has just…
For this question, assume a friend or family member has just told you about this “shocking news story” they just saw on their favorite social media platform (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, etc.): that one of the COVID vaccines being administered in the United States contains tiny particles that would allow a business or the government to “track” the person who had been given the vaccine. Being the good critical thinker that you are, you decide to inform yourself on this “story” before accepting or rejecting it. Walk through the steps/tips I’ve provided in my “Tips for improving our information diets” document and discuss/explain how you would go about informing yourself about this “story.” Feel free to include any additional steps you might take that you believe would help you locate/use higher-quality information on this topic that would inform your ultimate decision to accept it or reject it.⚠️ Reminder: Submitting any part of this Learning Evaluation created in whole or part using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot, etc.) or AI-enhanced writing/translation platforms (e.g., Grammarly, QuillBot, DeepL, Google Translate, Wordtune, Microsoft Editor, etc.) is a violation of this course’s Academic Integrity policy (see Syllabus).Like other forms of plagiarism, it is considered academic misrepresentation or fraud—because you are submitting work generated by someone or something else as your own. This includes editing suggestions or rephrasings produced by AI-based writing assistants.If you’re ever unsure whether something you’re using is allowed, ask first.
Read DetailsOur author discusses Dave Foreman’s biocentric view that all…
Our author discusses Dave Foreman’s biocentric view that all living things have equal intrinsic value and the same right to live. Suppose Foreman asks: “If all life is equally valuable, and industrial civilization is destroying millions of species, how can militant action to stop this destruction NOT be morally required?” Which response best captures our author’s likely answer?
Read DetailsWhat obstacles and costs do our author identify that challen…
What obstacles and costs do our author identify that challenge ambitious climate proposals like the Paris Agreement?What does our author conclude about the likelihood of these proposals being successful such that we avoid catastrophic climate change?⚠️ Reminder: Submitting any part of this Learning Evaluation created in whole or part using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot, etc.) or AI-enhanced writing/translation platforms (e.g., Grammarly, QuillBot, DeepL, Google Translate, Wordtune, Microsoft Editor, etc.) is a violation of this course’s Academic Integrity policy (see Syllabus).Like other forms of plagiarism, it is considered academic misrepresentation or fraud—because you are submitting work generated by someone or something else as your own. This includes editing suggestions or rephrasings produced by AI-based writing assistants.If you’re ever unsure whether something you’re using is allowed, ask first.
Read DetailsOur author discusses sulfur injection into the upper atmosph…
Our author discusses sulfur injection into the upper atmosphere as a potential techno-fix for climate change, noting it could cool the earth at relatively low cost. However, critics raise several objections. Which of the following concerns does our author identify as particularly significant because it creates a perverse incentive that could worsen the overall climate situation?
Read Details