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Peer reviewedJohnson, Diane – Journal of Geography, 1983
A "maps in the news" unit can be used to help middle and junior high school students in many subject areas recognize basic map components and identify and analyze thematic maps while building writing skills. Prior to beginning the unit, the teacher introduces students to thematic maps, the parts of a map, and writing organization (topic…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Current Events, Geography Instruction, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedDavidson, Fiona M. – Journal of Geography, 1997
Describes the somewhat contradictory movements towards political and economic integration and political decentralization in the European Union (EU). Discusses the implications of those trends for the future of the sovereign state, specifically for Spain, France, and the United Kingdom. Maintains that political power is being wrested away from core…
Descriptors: Current Events, Decentralization, Economic Change, Economic Factors
