World Geography
Contact:
Gabrielle Jones
gabriellednr@gmail.com
Course Time:
This course is offered on Thursdays.
Pre-Requisites:
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This course is open to 9th - 12th grade students.
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If you are interested in enrolling an 8th grade student, please contact the tutor.
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Please check with your umbrella regarding the acceptance of this credit
prior to 9th grade.
Course Texts:
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World Geography Today: Student Edition Grades 9-12 2008
ISBN- 0030934192
Course Description:
World Geography is a full year course that will provide exposure to God’s world
and His people.
The students will use the five main themes of geography: location, place, human environmental, movement, and region to guide their understanding of different cultures
and countries.
The students will occasionally research and discuss current events.
Course Class Time:
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Class time will primarily involve interactive group discussions, students presenting projects, tasting a variety of food, and assignments that encourage students to explore more deeply the material they have read.
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Maps will be used to provide geographic context.
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Quizzes covering maps will be taken in class.
Course Homework Requirements:
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Each student will be expected to read the material assigned, label various maps,
prepare projects / presentations on specified regions, and will create an end of the
year project that illustrates the various countries learned. -
Weekly assignments will require 2-3 hours to complete.
Project assignments will require additional time.
Testing:
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Tests will mainly be taken at home, usually open notebook or open book.
Grading:
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20% class participation
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20% homework
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20% tests and map quizzes
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40% projects and presentations
Specific Requirements:
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Internet access is required.
Course Supplies:
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textbook
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binder with dividers
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lined paper
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colored pencils for labeling maps
**Summer Assignment:
Two chapters of reading and a study guide will be due the first day of class.