What is a concept map ?
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Systemic thinking is the initial step in solving ecological problems. Problem solving is the crucial process in explaining and developing a long term, equitable and sustainable means of protecting people, wildlife and our ecological life support system.
Solving problems requires you to develop
a concept map, which is a diagram with links between related ideas showing
that if one solution is implemented it leads to either another problem,
or a larger solution of two or more related problems.
An ecosystem is a dynamic concept because, over time, conditions change for a variety of reasons.
The idea of an ecosystem refers to the necessary conditions for life to thrive.
A problem may be defined as: the perceived differences between an existing and a desired state of affairs, or condition.
A solution then is a means or practice by which the existing condition may be brought closer to a desired set of affairs or a more desirable condition.
Solutions should become part of an action plan , to actually implement viable alternatives, for example go here for some suggested changes in land-use.
