World Geography Part 1 I Full Year Curriculum
Brandy Dahlen with BE Education
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In this 15 week, semester course, students will learn the foundational elements of world geography--both physical and human
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Follows College Board Advanced Placement Curriculum
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards
This course is the first half of a rhetorical level course intended to introduce the student to the major themes and patterns of world geography. This course will involve both writing and reading. We will be reading a full-range of primary documents from each topic we study. You will be learning how to read, think about, analyze, argue with, and present ideas about physical and human geography and to connect events to the larger trends and themes in world history. This class is a...
15 lessons//15 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to geography--what is it, how to read mapsWeek 2Lesson 2Exploring interesting maps, discussing map projections, introducing cartographyWeek 3Lesson 3Physical geography-atmosphere/climate/weather, geology and landformsWeek 4Lesson 4Physical geography cont.-plate tectonicsWeek 5Lesson 5Physical geography cont.-wind movement, jet stream, ocean patternsWeek 6Lesson 6Human geography-Agricultural RevolutionWeek 7Lesson 7Human geography cont.-migration patterns, urbanization, isolation and populationWeek 8Lesson 8Geography activities and continent introduction and test 1Week 9Lesson 9EuropeWeek 10Lesson 10Europe cont. with presentationsWeek 11Lesson 11RussiaWeek 12Lesson 12Russia cont. With presentationsWeek 13Lesson 13North AmericaWeek 14Lesson 14North America cont. with presentationsWeek 15Lesson 15Test 2 --Final presentations
Students will explore the themes and patterns of world geography. We will explore natural and human features to a variety of countries, continents, and locations. We will look at historical and modern day patterns of migration, geology, population, animals, weather, and culture.
I have a master's degree in history from the University of Cambridge and 17 years experience teaching history. I am an approved AP government teacher and grader, as well as an experienced teacher on indigenous nations.
Homework Offered
Students will complete reading and writing assignments for each class, as well as occasional presentations.Assessments Offered
Grades are provided as letter grades based on participation, written work, and tests.Grades Offered
Glencoe World Geography by Richard Boehm North America's Atlas of Indian Nations by Aton Treuer An Indigenous Peoples History of the United States
Glencoe World Geography by Richard Boehm North America's Atlas of Indian Nations by Aton Treuer An Indigenous Peoples History of the United States
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(513)
Hi everyone! I am Brandy, and I lead BE Education. I have a master's degree in history from the University of Cambridge in the UK, and I love teaching history, literature, research, and writing! I have been teaching history, writing, research,...
Group Class
$250
for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
45 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-12 learners per class
