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Critical Human Ecology: Historical Materialism and
Natural Laws
York, Richard. and Mancus, Philip
Paper presented at the annual meeting of the American Sociological Association
Abstract: We attempt to lay the foundations for a critical human ecology (CHE) that
combines the strengths of the human ecology tradition in environmental sociology with
those of historical materialism. We develop our case for the importance of a critically
informed human ecology by examining its position vis-à-vis critical theories with respect
to three key meta-theoretical issues: materialist versus idealist conceptualizations in
the social sciences, the respective importance and roles of historical and ahistorical
causal explanations, and the difference between structuralist and functionalist
interpretations of phenomena. CHE breaks with the idealism of Western Marxism that has
dominated academic neo-Marxist thought, advocating the pursuit of a materialist,
scientific methodology in dialectical perspective for the explanation of social and
ecological change. In turn, this project also involves critiquing the ahistorical and
functionalist aspects of traditional human ecology. We explore the theoretical potential
of critical human ecology for analyzing the sustainability of human populations.
Ecology and Human Ecology: A Comparison of Theories in the Biological and Social
Sciences by Peter J Richerson, American Ethnologist, Vol. 4, No. 1. (1977)
Ecology has been used frequently by social scientists as a source of theoretical models,
and biological ecologists have often applied their theory to human populations. Several
problems have attended these cross-disciplinary enterprises, including inappropriate uses
of teleological models and a failure by both biologists and social scientists to
understand the theoretical implications of culture and technology for ecological models.
Attention to these problems will increase the applicability of ecological theories in the
social sciences.
Geography as Human Ecology - A Decade of Progress in a Quarter Century
Philip W. Porter, University of Minnesota
The contest between geographers and their adversaries is identical with the old
controversy between historical and physical methods. One party claims that the ideal aim
of science ought to be the discovery of general laws; the other maintains that it is the
investigation of phenomena themselves.... While physical science arises from the logical
and aesthetic demands of the human mind, cosmography has its source in the personal
feelings of man towards the world, towards the phe nomena surrounding him. We may call
this an "affective" impulse in contrast to the aesthetic impulse. Goethe
expressed this idea with admirable clearness: "It seems to me that every phenomenon,
every fact, itself is the really interesting object. Whoever explains it, or connects it
with other events, usually only amuses himself or makes sport of it, as, for instance, the
naturalist or historian. But a single action or event is interesting, not because it is
explainable, but because it is true." -F. Boas, 1887
Changes in human ecology and behavior in relation to
the emergence of diarrheal diseases, including cholera - M M Levine and O S
Levine
Department of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore.
Abstract: Human populations throughout the world can be found in diverse conditions. A
proportion of the population of developing countries lives in deprived conditions
characterized by ramshackle housing, lack of piped water and sanitation, and widespread
fecal contamination of the environment. Enteric infections, particularly due to bacterial
pathogenes, are readily transmitted under these circumstances. In contrast, the majority
of inhabitants of industrialized countries live in a sanitary environment that generally
discourages the transmission of enteric pathogenes, particularly bacteria. In both these
ecologic niches, changes in human ecology and behavior are leading to the emergence of
certain enteric infections. Relevant factors in developing areas include urbanization
(leading to periurban slums), diminished breastfeeding, and political upheaval that
results in population migrations. In industrialized areas, large-scale food production
(e.g., enormous poultry farms), distribution, and retailing (e.g., fast-food chains)
create opportunities where widespread and extensive outbreaks of food-borne enteric
infection can ensue if a breakdown in food hygiene occurs.
Human ecology and behavior and sexually transmitted bacterial infections
K K Holmes, Department of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle.
Abstract: The three direct determinants of the rate of spread of sexually transmitted
diseases (STDs) are sexual behaviors, the mean duration of infectiousness, and the mean
efficiency of sexual transmission of each STD. Underlying ecological and behavioral
factors that operate through one or more of these direct determinants lie on a continuum,
ranging from those most proximate back to those more remote (in time or mechanism) from
the direct determinants. Most remote and least modifiable are the historical stages of
economic development that even today conspicuously influence patterns of sexual behavior.
Next are the distribution and changing patterns of climate, hygiene, and population
density; the global population explosion and stages of the demographic transition; and
ongoing changes in human physiology (e.g., menarche at younger age) and culture (e.g.,
later marriage). More proximate on the continuum are war, migration, and travel; and
current policies for economic development and social welfare. Most recent or modifiable
are technologic and commercial product development (e.g., oral contraceptives);
circumcision, condom, spermicide, and contraception practices; patterns of illicit drug
use that influence sexual behaviors; and the accessibility, quality, and use of STD health
care. These underlying factors help explain why the curable bacterial STDs are epidemic in
developing countries and why the United States is the only industrialized country that has
failed to control bacterial STDs during the AIDS era.
Human Ecology The Science of Social Adjustment
THE interest of men of science in the study of human relationships is growing apace, much
to the benefit of sociology. Sociologists have in the past been far too prone to assume
that their subject can be developed in the library; social philosophy has steadily
progressed as a result, while social science, properly so called, has lagged behind.
What's human ecology?
- Human ecology is a representation of our position within a reality. In some ways this is
a contradictory position. On the one hand, ecology is a small branch of human knowledge.
On the other, ecology describes the interactions of animals and plants while considering
humans as being animals. Perhaps animals with highly developed forms of communication and
social behaviour, but animals in terms of our needs to breathe, to stay at a comfortable
temperature, to drink, to eat, and to predict the actions required to acheive any of these
things. - homepages.which.net/~gk.sherman/baaaaaay.htm
Human Ecology Review
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with ideas of late 19th century geographers merged
into the human ecology model of the Chicago School of Sociology in the ...
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Abstract - Kees Jansen
This detailed case study draws on political economy, human ecology, critical realism ...
different points of view.' Norman Long (Professor of Sociology of Rural ...
sls.wau.nl/tad/staff/kees/researchphd.htm
Human ecology is an educational philosophy that applies
knowledge from multiple disciplines to address environmental and social problems.
The College of Human Ecology (HumEc) is a statutory college at Cornell
University. Studies include consumer science, nutrition, health economics, public policy,
human development and textiles, each part of the discipline of human ecology.
The New School of Human Ecology has been established at The University of
Texas at Austin, a change in status for a long-standing department at the university. The
conversion to school status brings human ecology to a competitive level with other
stand-alone colleges and schools of human ecology across the nation.
Centre for Human Ecology is an independent organisation carrying out
action, research and education for personal development, ecological sustainability and
social justice. Humanity now stands on the cusp of significant environmental changes and
is in throes of social, political and economic developments that offer both immense
opportunities and serious challenges. CHE is rooted in Scotland while also being
international. Our work is focused in the country that is our home; our achievements have
far wider impact: directly and as we share experiences and insights with people and
organisations across the world. What is Human Ecology?
Human Ecology is about uncovering and understanding the connections between personal
action, social systems and the ecology of the planet of which we are part. The challenge
is to critically examine the way things are and to ask why and how they could be
different; to find new and better ways of arranging our lives, our businesses and our
societies, ways that reduce poverty and inequality, reduce the amount of resources we use,
restore the environment and improve quality of life for all now and for generations to
come.
What Is Human Ecology?
What exactly is human ecology? Here’s the short answer: it’s about us.
Humans. What we need to be physically and emotionally healthy. How we care for our
children, our older people, our families. How we design our living and working spaces. How
we feed and clothe ourselves. How we gather and celebrate. How we keep our bodies healthy
and strong. Basically, anything that helps people lead better lives is human ecology. It's
a varied field with a rich history and a fantastic future. Although the past century has
seen incredible swings in what we value as necessary and important, one basic truth is
timeless: Human beings have needs that are neglected to our peril. The field of human
ecology is concerned with these needs and how we as individuals, families and
organizations meet those needs. - - humec.k-state.edu/about/what-is-he.php
Human Ecology - Basic Concepts for Sustainable Development - Gerald G.
Marten
"One would be hard-pressed to find a clearer, more complete, and more usable
introductory text for the application of systems concepts to human ecology. Covers a
wealth of ideas and concepts in a relatively short text. [It] would make an excellent
backbone for a high school- or college-level introduction to human ecology, providing an
explanation of concepts, which an educator could supplement with specific issues that are
most relevant to the students."
-- Journal of Applied Environmental Education and Communication
"A highly original contribution to the literature of human ecology.the first
introductory human ecology text to offer students a systematic framework. A useful tool
for helping students to understand the extremely complex interactions between humans and
their environment.clear and precise. Simple, straightforward language, vivid illustrative
examples, and maximum use of figures to illustrate key points." -- Human Ecology
Review
The Department of Psychology and Human Ecology (Cameron) offer programs
leading to a Bachelor of Science degree with majors in Psychology and Human Ecology. The
graduate program awards the Master of Science in Behavioral Science with a specialty in
Psychology or alternate. - cameron.edu/psych_human_ecology
University of Maryland Eastern Shore - The Department of Human Ecology
prepares students for careers, graduate study, and leadership roles that will allow them
to make contributions that will enhance the quality of life of individuals and families in
diverse communities. Our focus is to empower individuals to cope with change, explore new
technologies, and manage resources wisely. Providing exemplary education, outreach, and
research programs that are integrative and ecologically focused is our commitment. Faculty
are actively involved in professional organizations, ensuring that the curricula are
progressive and applicable. State-of-the-art labs provide hands-on experiences for
students in textiles, apparel construction, nutrition and dietetics, and child
development. The department offers an undergraduate degree in Human Ecology with options
in the following areas: Child Development, Dietetics, Nutrition, Family and Consumer
Sciences, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, and Fashion Merchandising.
Human Ecology is literally a science of the ecology of human populations, especially of
the variety of contemporary populations living in Asian and Oceania countries. "How
the population of living organism utilize the environment to procure food/nutrition and to
reproduce next generations?", the other is a question relatively emphasized in the
ecology of human, "how the human activities impact the environment (including earth),
and how the environment modified as such impact the human health/survival.
Human Ecology - Basic Concepts for Sustainable Development
Author: Gerald G. Marten, Publisher: Earthscan Publications
Overview: Identifying Ecotipping Points can be a challenge. Understanding basic human
ecology principles can help to map out and evaluate alternatives. This book introduces
those principles in an accessible, story-laden format.
Human ecology is the study of how human social systems relate to and interact with the
ecological systems on which they depend. This book explains how ecosystems are organized
and function; the interactions of human social systems with them; and how social
institutions and processes contribute to or conflict with sustainability. It integrates
long-standing ecological principles with more recent concepts from complex systems theory.
Simple diagrams, examples, and exercises make the concepts easily understood.
Introduction • Populations and Feedback Systems • Human Population •
Ecosystems and Social Systems as Complex Adaptive Systems • Ecosystem Organization
• Ecological Succession • Coevolution and Coadaptation of Social Systems and
Ecosystems • Ecosystem Services • Perceptions of Nature • Unsustainable
Human/Ecosystem Interactions • Sustainable Human/Ecosystem Interactions •
Further Reading, Index
“A valuable step toward making human ecology a subject that everyone can and should
understand…The scope and clarity of this book make it accessible and informative to a
wide readership...Provides a clear and comprehensible account of concepts that can be
applied in our individual and collective lives to pursue the promising and secure future
to which we all aspire.”
Maurice Strong (Chairman of the Earth Council and Secretary General of the 1992 Earth
Summit)
“An extremely imaginative, novel, and innovative book, especially with respect to its
content, its technique of communication, pedagogical devices for engaging students, and
its ability to make the material an integral part of students' daily thought processes. I
have never before read a nook by an author who is so obviously a brilliant teacher, with
enormous experience in making a complex subject compelling to diverse audiences. His
treatment of the topic is remarkably interdisciplinary and comprehensive... He maintains
interest using extraordinarily vivid and revealing case studies from an astonishing array
of sources.”
Environment Magazine
“'Extremely well written. Marten has the gift to explain complex concepts in a way
that makes you feel like you understand the fundamentals...Undoubtedly appealing to a
wider audience of policy makers and policy advisers that deal with human ecological
problems in practice. Also those interested in the advancement of science will find this
book most interesting...An intelligent and fascinating book...Of interest for all of those
who want to know why and how to respond to the multiple problems that we face today in the
human-environment interface...This book is a must for all students in human ecology and
those watching the field.”
Human Ecology - An Interdisciplinary Journal
“A highly original contribution to the literature of human ecology...The first
introductory human ecology text to offer students a systematic framework…A useful
tool for helping students to understand the extremely complex interactions between humans
and their environment... Clear and precise...Simple, straightforward language, vivid
illustrative examples, and maximum use of figures to illustrate key points.”
Human Ecology Review
“At last a book that so clearly, timely and convincingly links human ecology to
sustainable development - filling a much needed gap in appreciating the relevance of human
ecology to our concerns.”
Editor, Human Ecology Journal (Commonwealth Human Ecology Council)
"One would be hard-pressed to find a clearer, more complete, and more usable
introductory text for the application of systems concepts to human ecology. Covers a
wealth of ideas and concepts in a relatively short text. [It] would make an excellent
backbone for a high school or college-level introduction to human ecology, providing an
explanation of concepts, which an educator could supplement with specific issues that are
most relevant to the students."
Journal of Applied Environmental Education and Communication
“Proficiently lays out the groundwork for human ecology as a scientific
discipline...”
The Ecologist
“An interesting slant on conventional human ecology texts...Political/environmental
dynamics have been analyzed before but usually in more detailed theoretical terms: this
text makes the material quite accessible to the lay reader. This is where I think the
merit lies: it allows the reader to think about what is happening and why.”
TEGnews
“An excellent textbook for students...The author makes good use of diagrams to
reinforce and explain many of his key points and arguments. This helps to make the book
easily readable...as a schools and colleges text, it is outstanding.”
Eagle Bulletin (An environmental newsletter for the professions)
“The first introductory textbook on the subject. Extremely accessible and engaging it
makes the ideal foundation for teachers and students. It is filled with simple diagrams,
examples and exercises which makes the concepts easy to understand. It should become the
standard text in the area.”
GWA
“An important contribution to the science of human ecology. It gives a clear and
accessible account of the complex range of issues and of the concepts and tools required
to understand and tackle them. It's an excellent introduction for students from secondary
school to university, as well as for general readers who want a guide to sustainable
development…"
Positive News
"This book offers an interesting overview of human ecology and introduces a wide
range of concepts...The book is well presented and structured... Marten has skillfully
incorporated everyday examples/metaphors to illustrate points being raised... The
materials are highly accessible and should stimulate a greater student interest and
awareness in the subject...The book is clearly relevant to the twenty-first century and
therefore appropriate for A-level students…It would be a useful general reader for
the first year undergraduate students.”
Geography
"a stimulating, appropriate, and very welcome contribution to the literature on
sustainable development. It deserves to be widely read."
Economic Geography
"It gives a clear and accessible account of the complex range of issues and of the
concepts and tools required to understand and tackle them. It's an excellent introduction
for students from secondary school to university, as well as for general readers who want
a guide to sustainable development."
Positive News
“A significant contribution to human ecology... Clearly written... An extremely clear
and accessible account of this complex range of issues and of the concepts and tools
required to understand and tackle them. Extensively supported by graphics and detailed
examples, this book makes an excellent introduction for students at all levels, and for
general readers wanting to know why and how to respond to the dilemmas we face.”
International Journal Of Sustainability In Higher Education
“An excellent text in terms of its careful definition of concepts and the structured
manner in which the subject is developed... Arranges a very broadly-based,
multidisciplinary subject into a coherent set of concepts... Introduces in a logical flow
the concepts involved for understanding the sustainability of human society and ecosystems
on the earth... For students and general readers new to the subject, it will provide a
good start to understanding the complex interactions between human social systems and
ecosystems...a reference for the definition of concepts, as well as a refresher for those
involved in particular aspects of this broad field.”
International Review For Environmental Strategies
“A real contribution to human ecology...It should be compulsory reading for every
student entering human ecology classes, courses or programs."
International Journal Of Environment And Pollution
Ecology Guide - Human Ecology Article - Understanding Human Ecology
Human ecology is the term that is used to describe the study of humanity. Human ecology
involves every aspect of a person’s life from the way they eat to where they live.
The study of human ecology has found ways to enhance homes, offices and design areas of
recreation that will improve how you live and feel mentally, emotionally and physically.
It even involves how parents care for their children and how kids react to all the factors
that shape their life. It has helped to improve the relationship between children and
their parents by helping them understand each other better. The future generations depend
on the study of human ecology to make the earth a better place for them to grow and
thrive.
Advances in Human Ecology
ISSN: 1069-0573 Editor: L.Freese - emeraldinsight.com
This series publishes theoretical, empirical, and review papers on scientific human
ecology. Human ecology is interpreted to include structural and functional changes in
human social organization and sociocultural systems. These changes may be affects by,
interdependent with, or identical to changes in ecosystemic, evolutionary, or ethological
processes, factors, or mechanisms.
Three degrees of scope are included in this interpretation: (1) the adaptation of
sociocultural forces to bioecological forces; (2) the interactions, or two-way
adaptations, between sociocultural and bioecological forces; (3)the integration, or
unified interactions, of sociocultural with bioecological forces.
The goal of the series is to promote the growth of human ecology as an interdisciplinary
problem-solving paradigm. Contributions are solicited without regard for particular
theoretical, methodological, or disciplinary orthodoxies, and may range across ecological
anthropology, ecological economics, ecological demography, ecological geography,
epidemiology, and other relevant fields of specialization.
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