In this course, students will explore the regions of the world and will draw conclusions about one’s standard of living through investigating the essential question – how does where you live impact how you live? They will also deepen their understanding of geographical concepts through the historical thinking strategy of compare and contrast.
Learning targets for this course include:
1. Geography Introduction
2. United States and Canada
3. Latin America
4. Europe Including Russia
5. Asia
6. Southwest Asia & North Africa
7. Sub-Saharan Africa
8. Oceania and Antarctica
Homework is important and a place to independently practice concepts learned in class. Most times, homework directly correlates to material covered on quizzes and assessments. It should be completed to the best of the student’s ability. Homework is due the next school day, unless otherwise noted. It may be turned in late, but only up until the last day of the current unit. Many homework assignments can also be revised and turned in again up until the last day of the current unit to gain back lost points and to relearn a concept. This is highly recommended! Not revising homework will result in studying incorrect information for assessments.
At the beginning of each unit, students will receive a “Passport” that will outline material covered throughout that unit. It will also list the vocabulary, political and physical features, and any other concepts students are accountable knowing for the final assessment. Units will include pre-, formative and post-assessments to keep students on track, as well as small quizzes along the way to check for understanding. A score of 80% on assessments shows proficiency of the material and is the target for all students.