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Austin, Robert F. – Journal of Geography, 1984
Having students make an everyday atlas, a collection of maps, generally of a small area, that illustrates features of particular local interest, is a good way to introduce them to the methods and materials of geography. How to make an atlas is discussed. Two examples are described. (RM)
Descriptors: Atlases, Cartography, Geography Instruction, Higher Education
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Glenn, William H. – Journal of Geography, 1982
Secondary students can study time and the motions of the sun by plotting an analemma, a graphic representation of the declination of the sun and the equation of time for every day of the year. They can collect data by measuring a dowel stick's shadow in the noon sun. (KC)
Descriptors: Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction, Horology, Learning Activities
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Petersen, James F. – Journal of Geography, 1984
In this physical geography field course, college students plan and develop interpretive guides that explain the physical environment of a field site. This approach has two advantages: students develop geographical skills to a level approaching professional expertise and distributing the brochures increases public awareness of the value of…
Descriptors: Field Studies, Geography Instruction, Higher Education, Learning Activities
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Meade, Melinda – Journal of Geography, 1984
Undergraduate students increase their understanding of human geography and become aware of their community's health ecology by examining the degree and geographical pattern of dog-associated health hazards in Athens, Georgia, and by studying the behavioral patterns and attitudes of Athens's residents that might be causally related to these health…
Descriptors: Community Study, Course Descriptions, Geography Instruction, Health Conditions
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Vogeler, Ingolf – Journal of Geography, 1995
Asserts that the geopolitics of the Cold War can be illustrated by the diplomatic ties among countries, particularly the superpowers and their respective allies. Describes a classroom project in which global patterns of embassy locations are examined and compared. Includes five maps and a chart indicating types of embassy locations. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Design, Diplomatic History, Foreign Policy
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Bock, Judith K. – Journal of Geography, 1990
Presents project designed to teach eighth grade gifted and talented students about geographic themes and locational skills. Describes the lesson plan, applying the 5 fundamental geography themes to learning about 11 African countries. Explains the culminating project: organizing a bike-a-thon ("Ride for Wildlife") that raised $2784.00…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Advanced Courses, Class Activities, Endangered Species