Human Development & HDI

Which of the following best describes Human Development?

• Measures high, low and middle income countries.

• The environment people grow in.

• Used to compare countries to see what life would be like.

• Is a concept that provides a more accurate picture of well people are living in their countries.

Which of the following are key points to Human Development as defined by the UN?

• Develop to their full potential

• Be physically active and sustainable

• Expanding choices and enhancing capabilities

• Minimal illness and premature death

• Access to knowledge and health

What is the acronym we use to remember the key dot points of human development?

When you are asked to explain the impact something has on human development, you must refer to at least 1 of PPPCCKHD?

• True

• False

• Not sure

• Maybe?

Human Development Index is used to measure Human Development in any country. Which of the following is not a dimension used?

• Lead a long and healthy life

• Knowledge

• Happiness

• Decent standard of living

What are the 2 indicators used to measure knowledge?

• Mean years of schooling completed by 25 years and over

• Number of students completing Year 12

• Average ATAR/equivalent scores each year

• Expected years of schooling at school entrance age.

The HDI calculates the 4 indicators to give a score between what?

• 0-100

• 0-1

• 0-10

• 1-2

Which of the following are advantages to the HDI?

• Provides a more comprehensive insight into a country than just GNI.

• Collecting data can be complex.

• Makes comparison between countries easy.

• Draws attention to significant global differences and raises awareness to improve these living standards.

• Takes into account personal feelings.

Which of the following are disadvantages to the HDI?

• People's feelings are not taken into account, including their PMESS health and wellbeing.

• Collecting data can be complex.

• Key aspects of human development are not included like gender equality, freedom of speech/employment and access to resources.

• Provides an indication of education which reflects knowledge of a country.

• Provides an indication of life expectancy which reflects a long and healthy life.