This paper examines the factors that govern identification of place in its environment, its literature, and its description as presented to the reference librarian by the genealogical researcher. Toponyms and exonyms, their elements of activity, status, extent, focus, and boundaries are examined, explicated, and defined. The techniques, sources,…

This unit of study seeks to introduce students to the history of Africans in the Mexican state of Veracruz and to provide the classroom teacher with resources and information about Veracruz. Although the unit is designed for students with an advanced level of Spanish, the readings are in English so this activity could be part of an…

In this document the social studies knowledge and skills deemed necessary for preparing Maine students for work, higher education, citizenship, and personal fulfillment are identified. The document serves as a guideline for teachers and parents regarding what students should know and be able to do at various checkpoints during their social studies…

In a question and answer interview, a social studies consultant gives assistance to teachers. (GB)

Describes methods of utilizing kitchen garbage for teaching science, math, social studies, geography, art, and language. (JA)

Four specially-prepared maps were used in this investigation to discover factors that make maps interesting and readable for children. (JH)

Teacher gets students involved in choosing and planning their class trips. (GB)

The units from Geography in an Urban Age are described and the potential impact of this new approach to geography is emphasized. (JB)

Data gathered within the Kalamazoo Urbanized Area indicate that white attitudes are significantly related to both: (1) the level of interaction between whites and blacks, and (2) the distance between residence and the Negro neighborhood. When control is made for interaction, relationship between attitude and distance is greatly weakened,…

Sequent occupance'' is one of the fundamental geographical concepts explored in the American High School Geography Project. Its investigation involved the use of a variety of local source materials, often historical in their nature but significant in their geographical implications. One method of approach for school use is here illustrated by the…

Citation patterns and format types (books, journals, etc.) in geographical literature are documented. The regional distribution of languages of geographical publications (languages of publications on'' the geography of individual regions or countries) and the predominance of books as sources of information are emphasized. (7 references)…

A sample lesson based on teaching students to interpret geographical factors in relation to people's lives." (Author/SP)

Environmental studies programs are goal oriented and depend upon strong disciplines in the university for their methodologies. Geographers contribute important methodologies to interdisciplinary environmental studies programs but should not lose their identity as members of a distinct discipline. (NH)

Disappointed by his students' familiarity with United States rivers, lakes, and states, the author questions educational theories that don't include memorization of factual knowledge. (DB)