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Dag, Nilgün; Aksoy, Bülent; Arslantas, Halis Adnan – Review of International Geographical Education, 2021
The aim of this study is to determine the awareness of primary teachers about the teaching of location and direction concepts. The study was designed according to a qualitative research model, and the data was collected through a semi-structured interview form developed by researchers consisting of open-ended questions. The study group consisted…
Descriptors: Elementary School Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Geographic Concepts, Concept Teaching
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Dönmez, Leyla – Review of International Geographical Education, 2021
The aim of this study was to analyze the attainments of map literacy skills in the 2018 Social Studies course curriculum according to the learning areas and examine the applicability of the program. The research sought answers to the following questions: 1. How is the distribution of attainments related to map literacy skills in the 2018 Social…
Descriptors: Map Skills, Skill Development, Geography Instruction, Geographic Concepts
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Hanus, Martin; Havelková, Lenka – Journal of Geography, 2019
Maps are an increasingly used source of information and it is therefore essential to develop map skills in students. A fundamental factor affecting the choice of map skills and the way they are developed is the teacher and his/her concept of map work. Based on the results of a survey and semi-structured interviews among Czech teachers, this study…
Descriptors: Map Skills, Skill Development, Teacher Attitudes, Foreign Countries
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Nelson, Susan L. – Journal of Geography, 1980
Designates steps to be taken at all stages of the map production process from planning to printing. Pointers include making sure that the map is essential rather than purely decorative; considering the audience for whom the map is intended; determining the primary message that the map is intended to convey; and considering the dimensions of the…
Descriptors: Cartography, Educational Objectives, Geographic Concepts, Guidelines
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Zakrzewska-Borowicki, Barbara – Journal of Geography, 1974
Five different maps are examined to illustrate the variety of appraches necessary for the analysis of land form from topographic maps. (JR)
Descriptors: Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction, Higher Education, Interpretive Skills
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Le Heron, Kiri; Andrews, Jill; Hooks, Stacey; Larnder, Michele; Le Heron, Richard – New Zealand Journal of Geography, 2000
Presents a unit on volcanoes and experiences with volcanoes that helps students develop geography skills. Focuses on four volcanoes: (1) Rangitoto Island; (2) Lake Pupuke; (3) Mount Smart; and (4) One Tree Hill. Includes an answer sheet and resources to use with the unit. (CMK)
Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Foreign Countries, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
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McClung, Bonnie – Social Studies Review, 1983
Students must develop skills in map reading, map interpretation, and mapping in order to use maps and globes effectively. Presents a compilation of basic map skills and concepts, along with techniques and "tips" for teaching map skills to grades six through eleven. (CS)
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction, Intermediate Grades
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Johnson, Peter – Social Education, 1994
Asserts that teaching principles and concepts related to global time is a test of student comprehension and an instructor's teaching ability. Describes how teachers can create an International Date Line Wheel for classroom demonstration purposes. Includes 11 figures illustrating how to make and use the wheel. (CFR)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Elementary Secondary Education, Geographic Concepts, Geographic Location
Gerber, Rodney Victor – 1979
This dissertation examines development of children's skills at map using and free-recall map sketching, with particular emphasis on map reasoning, competence in cartographic language, and performance in cartographic language. Cartographic language (the broad range of line, point, and area signs and map elements) is interpreted as the means by…
Descriptors: Cartography, Comparative Education, Competence, Educational Objectives
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Muehrcke, Phillip – Journal of Geography, 1978
Discusses shortcomings of conventional maps and examines how to transform map geography to provide more functional cartographic illustrations. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Cartography, Elementary Secondary Education, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
Winter, E. A. – 1980
Secondary students in Tasmania, Australia, can develop their skills in social studies and geography by solving the problems involving map use that this resource book provides. Several different types of maps are covered including: building plans, sketch maps, contours maps, world-grids, atlases, and urban maps. (DB)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction, Instructional Materials
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Bock, Judith K. – Councilor, 1990
Suggests enhancing geographic education by teaching geography as a relationship between humans and the environment. Explores how to use the geographic themes of location, place and relationships, movement, and regions in the classroom. Provides suggestions for teaching geographic skills and developing geographic tools. Argues geographic awareness…
Descriptors: Concept Teaching, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education, Geographic Concepts
Texas Education Agency, Austin. Div. of Curriculum Development. – 1978
The booklet identifies 217 geography skills to be acquired by students in kindergarten through grade six. It is intended to help teachers in developing geographical strands and outcomes in the elementary social studies curriculum. Skills are presented for three grade levels: kindergarten through grade two, grades three and four, and grades five…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Guides, Educational Objectives
Kurfman, Dana G.; And Others – 1983
A 3-part test measures the geography knowledge, skills, and understanding of secondary level students. Part 1, map skills and location, contains 20 questions involving the use of three maps: an imaginary sketch map, a contour map, and a political map of the world. Part 2 consists of 20 questions covering physical geography. Students analyze…
Descriptors: Charts, Competency Based Education, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
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Quinn, Joyce A. – Journal of Geography, 1990
Describes a geography literacy quiz project developed by the Geography Club at California State University (Fresno). Reports that poor quiz results sparked interest in developing programs to ensure geographic literacy. Comments on a program at Dos Palos (California) High School that will require geography proficiency examinations for graduation by…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Curriculum Development, Evaluation Criteria
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