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I. Geography: Its Nature and Perspectives
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Chapter I
To read the narrative and see further sections under each listed heading, as well as view the resources, Web sites and lessons for this complete chapter, please see "More" below.
Geography As a Field of Inquiry
The quintessential contribution of geography to students' education is to give them a global perspective and the ability to use geographic concepts on different scales, thus expanding their personal geographies to the entire globe.
Evolution of Key Geographical Concepts and Models Associated with Notable Geographers
It is useful for North American students to see textbooks and maps in other languages or from other countries, and make use of the World Wide Web to take them outside the bounds of their textbooks.
Key Concepts Underlying the Geographical Perspective: Space, Place, and Scale
Those teachers familiar with the themes of geography will see that these themes fit neatly into the concepts fundamental to the AP Course.
Key Geographical Skills
Knowing how to read, understand, and interpret maps and data are critical skills for geographers.
Sources of Geographical Ideas and Data: the Field, Census Data, etc.
One of the greatest aspects of geography is the effort to understand how places are interconnected, and how these interconnections change with technology and over time. In the past, field observations and the collection of data by individual research geographers were the primary means of gathering information for geographic analysis.
Lessons for Chapter I
Eleven lessons for teachers to use during Chapter I.
Resources for Chapter I
Expand the scope and breadth of the chapter through additional experts, sources, and publications.
Web Sites for Chapter I
These two Internet sites provide a great deal of useful geographical information.
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