Unit 11 focuses on the region of Southeast Asia which includes mainland and island countries. The region is dependent upon access to rivers and coastlines for transportation and natural resources. Through the use of geographical thinking skills, inquiry, and collaboration, students will learn about the physical and cultural regional conditions that create unique landscapes, an understanding of which lays the foundation for learning about connections to other peoples and places on Earth. Students will use applied geography skills to determine how Southeast Asia can grow economically but also protect the environment.