Social Studies
Country Studies - Physical & Human Geography - (14yo-18yo)
In this ongoing class, we will label maps of individual countries and learn about the physical geography, cultures, and current events of countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Americas, and Australia,
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Completed by 56 learners
55 minutes
per class
Once per week
every week
14-18
year olds
2-9
learners per class
How does an “Ongoing” course work?
Meets on a weekly schedule, join any week, no need to catch up on previous material
Live video chats, recorded and monitored for safety and quality
Discussions via classroom forum and private messages with the teacher
Automatic payment every Sunday, cancel any time
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Students will gain a better understanding of the physical and human geography of countries all over the world. The study of Geography has so much to offer.
Certified Secondary Social Science Teacher (Geography, Economics, Government & History) BS in Secondary Education - Social Science Composite AAS in Hotel & Restaurant Management I am a Texas-Certified High School Geography teacher and Middle School World Studies teacher. I have ten years of experience teaching in the public schools in Texas. My expertise is in Geography, Economics, and the Culinary Arts. I am a former unschooling mom
None, except students are expected to print out the appropriate maps and map locations for each of the countries. I will post the pdf document link to the classroom prior to each meeting. Please look for the links to the maps in the classroom. I only send links to individual students if they have enrolled after the links have been posted to the classroom.
Pencil Eraser Set of colored pencils Students will need access to a printer so they may print out the PDF maps I send them. These maps should be printed out before class so that they may be used during class. Sometimes we might use more than one map.... it all depends on the country.
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All assessments are informal. These lessons are meant to be relaxing and are really just an introduction to the countries we will study since we only have 55 minutes. I will usually end the class with a short and fun quiz-like game.
55 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
I will most likely discuss the history of many of these countries. We all know that history is full of disturbing, yet important events. These events may be discussed, but not in great detail. The age and sensitivities of the students will be respected.
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About Me
Hello! My name is Mimi. I am a full-time teacher on Outschool. I am a former Texas public school teacher and swim coach who has taught regular education, special education, ESL and inclusion classes for over ten years. I am also a former...