Module 1: Introduction to the World
Section outline
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The discipline of geography bridges the social sciences with the physical sciences and can provide a framework for understanding our world. By studying geography, we can begin to understand the relationships and common factors that tie our human community together. The world is undergoing globalization on a massive scale as a result of the rapid transfer of information and technology and the growth of modes of transportation and communication. The more we understand our world, the better prepared we will be to address the issues that confront our future.
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:1. Identify the focus of geography and the two main branches of the discipline. (CLO 3 & 4)2. Recognize the tools geographers use to study the earth’s surface. (CLO 2)3. Summarize the grid system of latitude and longitude and how it relates to seasons and time zones. (CLO 2)4. Distinguish between the different types of regional distinctions recognized in geography. (CLO 1)5. Discuss the spatial nature of geography and how each place or region is examined, analyzed, andcompared with other places or regions. (CLO 2)6. Determine the basic geographic realms and their location. (CLO 1)To achieve these objectives:
- Read the Module 1 Introduction
- Read Chapter #1 - Introduction to the World in World Regional Geography: People, Places, and Globalization.
- Complete the Module 1 Assignment, Discussion Board Posts (3), Chapter Quiz, and H5P activities
Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities
You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.
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Students mustMark as done
This is Chapter 1: Introduction to the World
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Students mustPost replies: 1Make forum posts: 1
Forum Instructions
In a post below, respond to the following prompt, which assesses course learning outcomes 3 & 4, and module learning objective 1. Then, you must respond to 2 of your classmates' posts. After you post a response, you will be able to see other responses. You are required to post three times a week, every week.
All posts are due on Mondays by midnight.
Your response should be at least three to five sentences long. This includes responses to other students' posts. A simple “I agree” or “Yes” or “LOL” will not count. Please think about the questions and your peers' responses and reply thoughtfully and courteously, according to netiquette rules. Use good English grammar, correct punctuation, and complete sentences. While the posts will mostly be judged by their thoughtfulness and completeness, I reserve the right to take off points for grammatical errors, especially if they interfere with the clarity of the post.
Prompt
What is the main focus of Geography and the two main branches of the discipline?
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- Read the Module 1 Introduction
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