1. Human Wellbeing and Development
This global indicator assesses a country's average achievements in health, education, and income.
Human Development Index (HDI)
An indicator to measure the impact of employment on wellbeing
unemployment rate
Claymore
Name one climate hazard linked to climate change.
Heatwaves, floods, storms, sea level rise, drought.
True or false?
Humans eat more plastic than sharks.
False! But microplastics are rising
Measures economic output per person in a country.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Give 3 factors that impact wellbeing
Income, housing, environment, health, relationships, education, etc.
What is social housing?
Government-subsidised or managed rental housing for people on low incomes who cannot afford market-rate housing.
How can extreme heat affect wellbeing?
Heatstroke, sickness, reduced ability to work, increased energy costs.
Guess the location based on the emojis: 🎬🌴🔥
California / LA
Definition: Refers to the quality of life experienced by people individually and collectively. It can be measured using factors such as life expectancy, educational and income and by the subjective judgements people make about their quality of life.
Human Wellbeing
Continent with the lowest wellbeing
Africa
According to the 2021 Census, which has a lower unemployment rate? Very remote NSW or Australia as a whole?
Very remote NSW
How does drought impact human wellbeing in farming communities?
Loss of income, stress, food insecurity, reduced access to water, and increased mental health challenges.
What is the world’s happiest country?
Finland
Definition: The outcome of economic growth or it can be understood in terms of an ongoing, dynamic, socio-economic process.
Development
Explain why education impacts wellbeing.
Better jobs, higher income, improved health, more opportunities
Why does the "gap" between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous peoples' wellbeing exist in Australia?
Impacts of colonisation, racism, access to services, intergenerational trauma, etc.
Why are poorer communities more vulnerable to climate impacts?
Less infrastructure, fewer resources, limited healthcare, fewer evacuation options.
Which food is scientifically linked to reduced stress levels?
Bananas (magnesium + potassium)
The difference between quantitative and qualitative data?
Quantitative data deals with numbers and things you can measure objectively. Qualitative data focuses on descriptions, observations, and non-numerical information.
Define inequality and give one example related to wellbeing.
Inequality = uneven distribution of opportunities; e.g., rural communities having less access to healthcare.
What is the life expectancy for female and male First Nations.
71.9 years for males and 75.6 years for female
Explain the link between climate change and food security.
Droughts and extreme weather reduce crop yields → food shortages → rising prices → hunger and poverty.
Which country’s government encourages citizens to nap at work to improve productivity?
South Korea