9th - World Geography
Geography:
This course is a study of people, places and environment from a physical and cultural perspective. Through a variety of classroom activities, students will gain an appreciation and understanding of the interdependent world in which they live. Students will analyze and evaluate the connection between their local and global communities. The course will emphasize the practical and responsible application of geography to life situations.
Objective:
The purpose of the World Geography course is to prepare young people to become knowledgeable citizens of a diverse, global society. After mastering the competencies in this course students will have knowledge of the various regions and cultures and be able to interpret maps, analyze culture and assess geographical information from a multicultural perspective.
Grading will occur on a variety of assignments, tests, quizzes, presentations, and participation. Grades will be available on-line through Atlas.
50% - Homework / Class Work Assignments / Class Projects
Assignments for this class will include reading, writing, handouts, and special projects. Students are responsible for all work assigned in this class, whether or not they are present. All assignments are due at the beginning of the period.
50% - Tests/Quizzes
Tests will be given on each chapter of the text. The test will constitute questions in a variety of formats: true/false, matching, short answer, map/geography work, essay, and multiple-choice. Extra credit questions will be provided towards the end of the test. Quizzes will consist of ten multiple choice questions. WARNING…some of the quizzes will not be announced (Pop Quizzes), therefore students must be prepared everyday!
This course is a study of people, places and environment from a physical and cultural perspective. Through a variety of classroom activities, students will gain an appreciation and understanding of the interdependent world in which they live. Students will analyze and evaluate the connection between their local and global communities. The course will emphasize the practical and responsible application of geography to life situations.
Objective:
The purpose of the World Geography course is to prepare young people to become knowledgeable citizens of a diverse, global society. After mastering the competencies in this course students will have knowledge of the various regions and cultures and be able to interpret maps, analyze culture and assess geographical information from a multicultural perspective.
Grading will occur on a variety of assignments, tests, quizzes, presentations, and participation. Grades will be available on-line through Atlas.
50% - Homework / Class Work Assignments / Class Projects
Assignments for this class will include reading, writing, handouts, and special projects. Students are responsible for all work assigned in this class, whether or not they are present. All assignments are due at the beginning of the period.
50% - Tests/Quizzes
Tests will be given on each chapter of the text. The test will constitute questions in a variety of formats: true/false, matching, short answer, map/geography work, essay, and multiple-choice. Extra credit questions will be provided towards the end of the test. Quizzes will consist of ten multiple choice questions. WARNING…some of the quizzes will not be announced (Pop Quizzes), therefore students must be prepared everyday!