Incorporating data from a variety of sources allows us to better understand our globally connected world.

Natural processes have an impact on the landscape and human settlement.

Interactions between human activities and the atmosphere affect local and global weather and climate.

Unit

Description

Module 1 - Geographic Themes

This first unit provides an overview of geographic themes. These themes provide an effective way to categorize and organize vast volumes of data in different fields of study. They help create a framework for the study of geography.

Module 2 – Tectonic Processes

The earth’s surface consists of three distinct layers which are constantly shifting. Students will explore how tectonic processes work, and how they affect us.

Module 3 – Gradation Processes

The Earth’s surface is constantly shifting. This unit on gradation looks at the main processes at work in changing our landscape.

Module 4 –Weather and Climate

In this unit, students will examine the factors affecting weather patterns and climate in different regions.

Module 5 - Biomes

The biosphere is the part of the Earth that is capable of sustaining life. Students will example various ecosystems found throughout our planet.

 Module 6 – Resources and Environmental Sustainability 

In this final unit, students will research, identify and assess how human and environmental factors and events influence each other. They will also consider how much responsibility we have for the environment.

Assessment Type

Percentage of the Course

Assignments

30%

Quizzes

30%

Midterm exam

20%

Final exam

20%