Exploring World Geography (Middle School)
This course will take students through the seven continents while learning about the physical geography (topography of the earth, natural boundaries), cultural geography (customs, languages, religions, governments), and political geography (state boundaries & legal territories).
Vince Monfreda M. Ed.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(56)
What's included
12 live meetings
15 in-class hoursClass Experience
This class is designed for students who are curious about the physical characteristics (rivers, lakes, oceans, mountains, canyons, plateaus, islands, glaciers, volcanoes, peninsulas, climates, etc.) and human characteristics (customs, religions, monuments, history, types of government, etc.) found throughout the world. Students will also develop a mental map of countries, capitals, cities, and regions of the world. There is a lot to discover for those who are ready to “travel the world” and examine the geography of all seven continents.
Students will be provided with weekly lesson notes and can anticipate biweekly quizzes and map activities that evaluate their understanding of what is learned in class. Students will also be assigned one, possibly two, fun and engaging research assignments. If time permits, volunteers will be asked to share their assignment(s) in class. All research assignments include a rubric and will receive personal feedback and a grade.
Meeting 1
Introduction and expectations
What is geography?
Branches and themes of geography
Continents and oceans
Geography of Africa
Meeting 2
Population density
World climates
Absolute and relative location
Geography of Africa
Meeting 3
Map projections and types of maps
The influence of human activity on geography
Geography of Europe
Meeting 4
Types of boundaries (physical, cultural)
The geographic grid (latitude, longitude)
Research assignment
Geography of Europe
Meeting 5
Topography of the earth (landforms)
Time zones
Geography of Asia
Meeting 6
Layers of the earth
Continental and oceanic plates
Geography of Asia
Meeting 7
Major straits of the world
Research assignment
Geography of North America
Meeting 8
Mountain building
Volcanoes
Geography of North America
Meeting 9
Major deserts of the world
Natural wonders of the world
Geography of South America
Meeting 10
Earth’s resources and energy
Earth’s hydrologic cycle
Geography of South America
Meeting 11
Earth’s atmosphere
Cultural diffusion and food
Geography of Australia/Oceania
Meeting 12
Geography of Australia/Oceania
Geography of Antarctica
My teaching style accommodates different learning styles (auditory, visual, kinesthetic). Students can anticipate direct instruction, class discussion, teacher and peer interaction, interactive activities, and short video clips.Other Details
Supply List
Weekly lesson notes will be provided.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2018
4.9
56reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Why me? Being a life-long learner who firmly believes that “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest” (Benjamin Franklin), I have spent nearly twenty years working with students (teenagers and young adults), educating them to think critically, analytically, and to cultivate curious reflection. I believe one of the goals of education is that it should help each student understand better his or her own greatest interest, or discover a new interest. That said, learning world geography is an adventure! It involves a quest to understand the world around us, studying the earth’s topography and interactions among people and their surroundings. I look forward to teaching this class and discovering the amazing world of geography with your child. Reviews
Live Group Class
$185
for 12 classes2x per week, 6 weeks
75 min
Completed by 261 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-16 learners per class
