James Christensen - james.christensen@k12.sd.us - (605) 446-3538
Geography
9th Grade Required Course
Semester Long
1/2 Credit
Students will begin the semester by reviewing the basics of physical and cultural geography, while integrating basic World and U.S. map skills as well. Students will then begin to investigate some of the regions of world including: Southwest Asia, South Asia, and East Asia. Students will cover the basic elements of each region in terms of physical features, climate, natural resources, language, religion, government, and economy.