Unit 1 – The Study of Geography

Objective: I can analyze the special organization of people, places and environments on earth’s surface.

• What is Geography?

• Geography – The study of Earth’s physical features, environments, people and places.

Class Motto:

Knowledge is Power!

K.I.P.

Harvard

Boston Univ.

Self-educated

Self-educated

Boston Univ.

Self-educated

Princeton Univ.

Tennessee State Univ.

Cesar Chavez

• World Geography Class Goals (objectives)

1. Appreciate what you have!!!

Clothing

Shelter

Food

Family

New Delhi - India

Costa Rica

2. Build self-esteem (ex. ancestors, culture, history, etc).

Frida Kahlo

3. Have acceptance and empathy for others. Strive for acceptance.

4. Think critically about the world, your surroundings and issues. www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_CgPsGY5Mws

Syria

SomaliaNorth Korea

5. Understand how you are connected to the rest of the world.

6. Prepare yourself for college!!!!