Modules
Module 1: Intro to the Discipline
Shelley E. Rose
Key Questions
- What are the key differences between physical and human geography?
- Why is geography included in the integrated social studies curriculum?
- What other disciplines are informed by the study of geography?
Class 1 Introduction to the Discipline
Reading: Caitlin Finlayson, “Introduction” World Regional Geography.
Lab 1: Map Workshops | Understanding Maps as Primary Sources
- Read Dastrup, “Geographic Literacy” & “Mapping Technology” in Physical Geography and Natural Disasters.
- Review this PowerPoint slideshow (updated in August 2021) Maps 101 Slides.
- Answer the questions in the “Maps 101 Slides” and post answers as directed by your instructor. Bring your map to class or post an image or link to the map you choose as well.
Guiding Questions (also in Maps 101 slides)
- What is the subject? How can you tell?
- What type of map is it?
- What is type of scale is included?
- Who is the cartographer?
- What year was the map published?
- Who is the audience?
- What is the purpose? How can you use it?
- Describe how you would teach someone to use your map- be specific
Class 2: Geography Applications and Skills
Reading: Open Geography Education, “Careers in Geography;” Explore American Association of Geographers, “Geography,” https://www.geography.com
Instructors please note: this chapter was edited in January 2025. The previous class 1 reading link was Open Geography Education, “Geography as Science,” Physical Geography and Natural Disasters sections 1.1-1.6
