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Bailey, William H. – Journal of Geography, 1980
To shed light on the prevalance of families choosing one residential area over another on the basis of the quality of schools in each area, the article explores whether a geography of intelligence exists in a small Kentucky town of approximately 20,000 people. Findings indicated significant spatial associations among IQ, achievement, and…
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Geographic Concepts, Geography, Land Use

Walcott, Susan M. – Journal of Geography, 1999
Illustrates a model for integrating urban fieldwork into a human geography class project. Reports on a project in which students explored the interaction between Atlanta (Georgia) and its five target suburbs, and their interactions among each other. (CMK)
Descriptors: Course Content, Educational Strategies, Field Studies, Geography Instruction

Thomas, Deborah S. K.; Mitchell, Jerry T.; Scott, Michael S.; Cutter, Susan L. – Journal of Geography, 1999
Describes the development of "The South Carolina Atlas of Environmental Risks and Hazards," a digital atlas that provides people with information on environmental hazards in South Carolina. Discusses the content and navigation of the atlas and considers its utility for classroom instruction and public resource. (CMK)
Descriptors: Atlases, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education

Kimmel, James R. – Journal of Geography, 1996
Maintains that the study of local wetlands provides an excellent means of integrating environmental studies, global studies, and other curricula into geography instruction. Seven tables list ways that studying wetlands illustrate the six essential elements of the National Geography Standards. Includes a list of 17 learning activities. (MJP)
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Ecology, Environmental Education, Geography

Sagawe, Thorsten – Journal of Geography, 1996
Provides a concise overview on export-based, free zone development in the Dominican Republic by examining its influence on three spatial levels: national, regional, and town. Although industrial free zones contribute to job creation and foreign exchange earnings, local authorities are often unable to control urban development. (MJP)
Descriptors: Business, Economic Development, Economic Impact, Exports

Crump, Jeff R. – Journal of Geography, 1997
Describes a college-level class that studies the geography of poverty in Illinois and uses these findings as a basis for classroom discussions and exercises concerning poverty. Empirical evidence suggest that poverty levels are higher in rural areas rather than in urban areas. Discusses possible reasons and implications. (MJP)
Descriptors: Alienation, Economic Factors, Economically Disadvantaged, Educational Trends