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Geography Jeopardy: The Continents- An Eight Session Course
Barbara (Ms Bobbi) Wells
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(309)
In this eight-week course we will explore the seven continents and learn where they are located and a few facts about each.
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with State-Specific Standards
In the first week we will learn the names of the seven continents and where they are located. Each week thereafter will be devoted to a single continent. In the first half of each class students will learn more about the highlighted continent, some larger islands included as part of the continent, and major geographical facts about each one. Students will identify each on a map. The second section of the class will be a jeopardy type game where students can apply the knowledge they have...
8 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1AsiaIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of Asian landforms.Week 2Lesson 2AustraliaIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of Australian landforms.Week 3Lesson 3EuropeIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of European landforms.Week 4Lesson 4ÁfricaIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of African landforms.Week 5Lesson 5North AmericaIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of North American landforms.Week 6Lesson 6South AmericaIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of South American landforms.Week 7Lesson 7AntarcticaIdentification, cardinal location, and significant characteristics of Antarctic landforms.Week 8Lesson 8Review of the Seven ContinentsA review and assessment of the material covered in this Class .
- Students will practice identifying the continents. Students will also learn about some major facts and geographical characteristics of each continent. Students will practice note-taking Students will enjoy playing a game to see how much they remember from the lesson.
I have been teaching for more than 45 years. I especially enjoy teaching social studies and science to kids and helping them to gain understanding and develop curiosity about the topics presented. I have a BS in Education and additional education credentials, including graduate courses in Early Childhood Special Education. I have been teaching online since 2004.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Mastery Evaluation
Frequency: 7 or more throughout the classFeedback: includedDetails: Group game to assess Student Learning. Class Discussion Participation.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Participation in the game with contribution of correct answers is used as a weekly assessment. At the end of the course in week 8 students will participate in a group assessment.
Each student should come to class with paper and pencil for note-taking. It is helpful for students to have a globe or world map to refer to during class.
Joined January, 2019
4.8
309reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Asbury College (University)
Hello, welcome to my classes. I am a passionate teacher with more than forty years experience teaching preschoolers to adults. I have taught in home-school preschools, private preschools and public preschools. I have trained teachers as an...
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Group Class
$25
weekly or $200 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
1-6 learners per class
