ENS 1010: Introduction to Stewardship

Students develop an understanding of the social, economic and political significance of environmental
stewardship by creating a personal definition of environmental stewardship and examine the historical
context of environmental stewardship.

Outcomes:
1) Define environmental stewardship based on research and legislation and personal experience and
relationship with the natural and modified environment.
2) Describe ways in which human intervention has affected the environment through land use practices,
soil, water and air quality, wildlife habitat and natural areas.
Compare and contrast philosophies of
conservation and preservation, declining reserves, environmental impact.
3) Describe:
a) the historic and global development of environmental stewardship since the mid 19th century
b) the implementation of legislation and policies that impact environmental stewardship, provincially,
nationally and internationally
c) different cultural views (First Nations, Metis, Inuit, French Canadian, immigrant populations)
regarding environmental stewardship.
d) social, economical and political impacts of environmental stewardship
4) Complete a personal inventory of interests, values, beliefs, resources, prior learning and experiences
as they relate to environmental stewardship

Resources:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stewardship

http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/esd/

http://www.sararegistry.gc.ca/default_e.cfm

http://environment.alberta.ca/index.html

http://www.afn.ca/article.asp?id=2396

http://www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/enr/en/envirs-eng.asp

http://www.brewster.ca/about-brewster/environmental.aspx

http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/ab/banff/docs/plan1/chap9.aspx

http://www.nestle-waters.ca/en/environment/index.htm

http://www.empr.gov.bc.ca/OG/OILANDGAS/ENVIRONMENTALSTEWARDSHIPPROGRAM/Pages/defa
ult.aspx

http://www.admie.forces.gc.ca/dge/eps-pge/index-eng.asp

http://www.ducks.ca/conserve/index.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-ykNmhH9Dc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcXdLCjzy8s&feature=channel

http://www.environmentalstewardship.org/

http://www.nrm.gov.au/business-plan/10-11/priorities/biodiversity/esp/index.html

http://www.nrm.gov.au/stewardship/index.html

http://www.unisys.com/unisys/about/sr/detail.jsp?id=10500003&pid=207

Environmental Stewardship is an ethic that embodies cooperative planning and management of

environmental resources with organizations, communities and others to actively engage in the
prevention of loss of habitat and facilitate its recovery in the interests of long term sustainability.
(Fisheries and Oceans Canada).

Assignments:

ASSIGNMENT 1

10%

1) With reference to the definition above, and using policies from government and private
organizations (Ducks Unlimited, Alberta SRD, Greenpeace etc), create your own, personal
definition of Environmental Stewardship (ES). You will do this by creating a short slide show
with explanation (minimum 5 slides).

TO DO:

After researching the definition of environmental stewardship, create a minimum 5 slide power
point that expresses your idea of what Environmental Stewardship is. Each slide must be
accompanied by an explanation of how that slide represents some, or all, of your definition of
ES.

http://www.ducks.ca/conserve/index.html

http://www.srd.alberta.ca/FishWildlife/SpeciesAtRisk/LegalDesignationOfSpeciesAtRisk/PreventionStrat
egies.aspx

ASSIGNMENT 2

30%

Human intervention has, and continues to, have a major affect on the environment. For
this assignment, in PowerPoint format, use the resources provided to investigate and
answer the following questions:

Part 1
1. How has the extensive use of fertilizers affected soil and water quality? (minimum 5
slides). Use text and pictures to demonstrate the following.
TO DO:
A) First choose a specific example, a country or region or river etc., and explain why you chose
this area. (slide 1)

B)Then explain why people use fertilizer. (slide 2)

C)Then discuss the general effects of fertilizer use on soil (slide 3) and water quality. (slide 4)

D)Show how fertilizer has affected the area you chose to discuss. (slide 5 and 6)

http://www.fertilizer.org/ifa/Home-Page/SUSTAINABILITY/Soil-degradation-in-Africa
http://www.fertilizer.org/ifa/Home-Page/SUSTAINABILITY/Water-marine-ecosystems
http://www.suite101.com/content/land-pollution-from-fertilizer-a144805
http://www.theglobaleducationproject.org/earth/food-and-soil.php

Part 2
2. What are some of the effects of human activity on wildlife habitat and on the efforts of
those concerned with conservation and preservation of resources?
To Do:
A. Chose two resources that are important in your area and describe why they are important to
the region. You may want to show pictures and graphs to do with employment and finances,
(minimum 2 slides)

B. Using the resources you have chosen, create a presentation (minimum 2 slides for each
resource) that shows what the affects are in terms of conservation of wildlife habitat and in
terms of resource preservation

C. In a 5 slide presentation, explain/show 5 ways that are suggested to improve the

conservation of wildlife habitat and preservation of resources.

http://www.nhptv.org/natureworks/nwep16b.htm
http://redpath-museum.mcgill.ca/Qbp/3.Conservation/impacts.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wildlife
http://www.crd.bc.ca/watersheds/protection/concerns/habitat_loss.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conservation_(ethic)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_law
http://www.ec.gc.ca/dd-sd/default.asp?lang=En&n=16AF9508-1
http://www.naturecanada.ca/climate_change.asp

ASSIGNMENT 3

20%

3) Create a timeline of the development of environmental stewardship from the mid 19th
century to the present (1850-2011). The timeline must include 10 major events, legislative
events or policies (eg National Parks, Wilderness Preserves). For each event, you must
explain why it was done (eg. the economic benefits of preserving natural areas, or top stop
extinction).
TO DO:
Create a timeline. For each event on the timeline, there must be an explanation of why, how,
when etc.

http://www.stewardshipcanada.ca/index.php/what_is_stewardship
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmentalism
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_National_Parks_Act
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clean_Water_Act
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canada_Wildlife_Act
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canadian_Environmental_Protection_Act
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yosemite_National_Park

ASSIGNMENT 4

40%

4) In a short report, (written or a Power Point) compare and contrast the different
perspectives regarding environmental stewardship from various ethnic groups. e.g. How
would a First Nation's group view the impact of a new oil refinery on the environment?
Contrast their viewpoint with that of a multinational energy corporation.
TO DO:
A. Watch the following video (approx 1 hr) and take notes on a minimum 3 main issues.
Create a chart that you will use as the basis of your report. (there will be about a minute
of advertisements before the show starts.
http://www.cbc.ca/documentaries/natureofthings/video.html?ID=1769597772
B. For each main point/issue explain what the issue is (minimum 1 paragraph each).
C. Then explain the issue from each side of the argument- First Nations vs Oil Companies.
D. You may want to research other information that has a bearing on your report.
E. Submit the report- Minimum 2 pages (one page per side of the issue and must include
three issues) or ten slides.

Name _______________________________
Assessed by:

Peer

Date _______________________________
Self

BASIC COMPETENCIES RUBRIC

SKILLS

Master/Expert
4

Proficient
3

Acceptable
2

Limited
1

Fundamental Skills
I always
communicate in a
positive, effective
manner. Body
language shows
interest and
enthusiasm.

I often use
appropriate
vocabulary and
usually speak
clearly and
confidently. Body
language and
facial expressions
generally show
interest and
enthusiasm.

I sometimes use
appropriate
vocabulary and
speak clearly and
confidently. Body
language and facial
expressions are
neutral.

I seldom use
appropriate
vocabulary,
mumble words, or
cannot be clearly
understood. Body
language and
facial expressions
show disinterest
and lack of
enthusiasm.

Manage Information I always save

information in the
appropriate place,
information is
and can find files
organized and
quickly and easily.
has an
appropriate
system of
electronic file
organization in
place

I usually save
information in the
appropriate place,
and can retrieve
files in a timely
manner.

I have not
mastered the
organization of
electronic files, and
have trouble
retrieving them.

I have no system
of electronic file
organization in
place.

Communicate
uses
appropriate
vocabulary
speaks clearly
and confidently

body language
and facial
expressions are
appropriate and
respectful and
show interest

Number Use
can apply the
correct format
for numbers in
document
production
(e.g., currency,
date)

I always use
numbers in
appropriate ways to
display information
correctly and in a
pleasing manner.

I usually use
numbers in
appropriate ways
to display
information
correctly and in a
pleasing manner.

I sometimes use
numbers in
appropriate ways.

I seldom know
how to use
numbers to display
information
properly.

Think and Solve

Problems

I can always find a

number of ways to
solve the problem
on my own initiative.

I can frequently
seek out other
ways to solve the
problem, and
rarely need
support or
guidance.

I can usually seek

out other ways to
solve the problem,
but occasionally I
need support or
guidance.

I can rarely seek

out other ways to
solve the problem,
and frequently
need support and
guidance.

shows initiative
for finding
resources and
answers

Personal Management Skills

I always
demonstrate
personal
management skills
and am eager to
learn.

I frequently
demonstrate
personal
management skills.

I usually
demonstrate
personal
management skills.

I rarely
demonstrate
personal
management skills.

I always
demonstrate
works well with effective teamwork
skills, and often
others
take initiative in a
group setting that
is a team
exceeds required
player
skills.

I frequently
demonstrate
effective teamwork
skills, and rarely
need support or
guidance in
teamwork activities.

I usually
demonstrate
effective teamwork
skills, and
occasionally need
support or
guidance.

I rarely
demonstrate
effective teamwork
skills, and
frequently need
support and
guidance. I often
want to work
independently.

I frequently
participate in
required projects
and tasks, and
complete most
assignments and
projects.

I usually
participate in
required projects
and tasks, and
complete some
assignments and
projects.

I rarely participate
in required projects
and tasks, and
complete very few
assignments and
projects.

Demonstrate a
Positive Attitude
and Behaviours

acts
responsibly

is open to
learning new
things in new
ways

can adapt and

be flexible to
issues that
arise

always works
safely

Teamwork Skills
Works With Others

I always participate
Participate in
Projects and Tasks in required projects
and tasks, and
complete all
assignments and
projects.

Comments / Reflections
What am I doing well?

What needs improving?

ENS 1010: Introduction to Stewardship

Marking Guide
THIS IS MY MARKING GUIDE AND A GUIDELINE FOR WHAT YOU NEED TO INCLUDE
FOR THE MODULE TO BE COMPLETE.
ASSIGNMENT 1

10%

Definition of ES

/2

Minimum 5 slides

/4

Explanation of each slide

/2

Presentation

/2

Total

ASSIGNMENT 2

/10

30%

Part 1
Explanation of region and why you chose it

/2

Explain why fertilizer is used (2 slides)

/2

Discuss effects of fertilizer use on soil

/2

Discuss effects of fertilizer use on water

/2

Shown effects of fertilizer use in the region chosen

/2

Part 2
2 resources and why they are important to region

/2

Effects of resource extraction on WILDLIFE habitat

/2

Effects of resource extraction on resource preservation

/2

5 slide presentation of improvements

/4

Total

/20 x 1.5=

/30

ASSIGNMENT 3

20%

Time line with 10 major events and explanations

Total

/10 x 2=

ASSIGNMENT 4

/10

/20

40%

Create a chart of 3 main issues

Brief explanation of each issue

/3
(minimum 1 paragraph each)

/3

Both points of view regarding each issue (3 marks each)

/9

Minimum 10 slides /2 pages

/5

Total

/40

/20 x 2 =