World Geography Course - Full Year Curriculum
A full year (36 weeks) of Social Studies course focusing on the different branches and themes of Geography for middle school and homeschool. Explore topics like map reading, plate tectonics, culture, migration, governments and more!
Dalen A.
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What's included
36 live meetings
27 in-class hoursHomework
Optional take-home assignments/projects and extension activities will be provided throughout the course.Assessment
Informal assessments offered weekly through games, short quizzes or mapping activities; to ensure that students are understanding the material, developing critical thinking skills, and making connections between the concepts.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Welcome world explorers! This weekly class covers an entire year (36 weeks) of Geography for middle schoolers. Students wil be introduced to different geographic concepts under the various branches of geography: Human, Political, Economic and Environmental Geography. This class is a great addition to your Social Studies curriculum. All students who are just curious about the world around the them will benefit from the course, because it will provide valuable insights into the interconnectedness of our world. Weekly lessons will involve an interactive slideshow presentation (incorporated with a variety of multi-media content. Students will have numerous opportunities to ask questions and express their opinions on the topic under discussion. My teaching style is engaging and interactive. I like to foster inquiry-based learning habits by encouraging students to ask questions and actively participate in their learning. ⭐️Class Structure⭐️ - Greetings & warm up - Lesson - Discussion / Activity - Recap and game time Please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I look forward to meeting your learner in the classroom!
Learning Goals
Students will be introduced to different geographic concepts under the various branches of geography: Physical, Human, Political, Economic and Environmental Geography.The course provides students with a better understanding of the earth's physical and human systems, and their interconnectedness. We will explore the earth's physical features and its effects on humans and how human activities affect them.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum7 Units
36 Lessons
over 36 WeeksUnit 1: Introduction to Geography:Basics of Geography / Map Skills
Lesson 1:
What is Geography? Essential geographic tools
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Map skills 1 - Types of maps & projections
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Map skills 2 - Understanding map elements
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Latitudes, and Longitudes
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class may use blooket or gimkit for reviewing the lesson. These are fun, gamified learning platforms that enables students to review class material by answering questions in a quiz-style format. Students do not need an account or additional device to play the game. I will send a direct link to the game where the student clicks and joins the game directly.
For the interactive component of the class, I may share external web links from reputable organizations such as (but not limited to) the US Census bureau with students during class time either for use in class or as a resource they may use later on. Content shared has been verified by me and found to be age-appropriate. The class also utilizes google earth (via screen share). Please note that some video content is from Youtube (learners will watch no more than 3 minutes)
Pre-Requisites
Learners do not need any experience to participate in this course.
Supply List
Students are encouraged to bring a world map, globe and the week's printout to class.
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from Univeersity of Ghana
Bachelor's Degree from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
I hold a BA in Sociology and Social Work and MPhil in Sociology. I'm currently working towards an MA in Education. I love and enjoy teaching the Social Sciences: sociology, geography, history, economics, and the foundations of social science research. My journey in the social sciences began with a fascination for maps and a curiosity about different regions of the world.
For me, teaching young learners about geography here on Outshoot is not just about providing information; it's about inspiring a lifelong love for learning and a deeper appreciation for the world we live in. I am excited to share my passion for the social sciences with my students and guide them on their journey to becoming informed, thoughtful, and engaged global citizens.Reviews
Live Group Course
$16
weekly or $576 for 36 classes1x per week, 36 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
4-12 learners per class
