Perspectives refer to different points of view or ways of looking at something. In geography, analyzing a geographic issue at different scales can yield varying perspectives because each scale provides unique insights and highlights different aspects of the issue.
Related terms
Subjectivity: The personal viewpoints, biases, values, and experiences that influence how individuals interpret information.
Geographic Imagination: The ability to understand connections between people, places, and environments across space.
Cultural Relativism: Understanding other cultures based on their own values and beliefs rather than imposing one's own cultural norms.