Free Geography Coursework

I. Course Introduction

In this Geography Coursework, we explore the dynamic interactions between human societies and the natural environment, examining the complexities of our planet's physical and cultural landscapes.

II. Course Objectives

1. To understand key geographical concepts such as population distribution, landforms, and climate patterns.

2. To analyze geographical processes such as erosion, weathering, and plate tectonics.

3. To apply geographical knowledge to real-world issues such as urbanization, environmental conservation, and sustainable development.

III. Course Schedule

A. Week 1: Introduction to Geography

• Date: January 10, 2050

• Readings:

  1. Physical Geography: The Basics by Richard John Huggett

  2. Human Geography: Places and Regions in Global Context by Paul L. Knox and Sallie A. Marston

B. Week 2: Geographical Techniques

• Date: January 17, 2050

• Readings:

  1. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Beginners by John D. Campbell

  2. Remote Sensing of the Environment: An Earth Resource Perspective by John R. Jensen

C. Week 3: Human-Environment Interactions

• Date: January 24, 2050

• Readings:

  1. Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed by Jared Diamond

  2. The Geography of Nowhere: The Rise and Decline of America's Man-Made Landscape by James Howard Kunstler

IV. Assessments

• Quizzes: Weekly quizzes to assess understanding of course material.

• Midterm Exam: Comprehensive exam covering topics from the first half of the coursework.

• Final Project: Research project applying geographical concepts to analyze a real-world issue.

V. Grading Criteria

• Active engagement in class discussions and activities - 25%

• Quality of written assignments and completion of practical exercises - 50%

• Performance on quizzes, midterm, and final exam - 25%

VI. Resources

• Textbooks:

  • Geography: Realms, Regions, and Concepts by Harm J. de Blij and Peter O. Muller

  • The Cultural Landscape: An Introduction to Human Geography by James M. Rubenstein

• Online Articles:

  • National Geographic website: Offers a plethora of articles and multimedia resources on geography-related topics.

  • Geographical Review: Peer-reviewed journal publishing research on various aspects of geography.

• Research Databases:

  • JSTOR: Digital library providing access to academic journals, books, and primary sources.

VII. Instructor Details

• Instructor: [Your Name]

• Email: [Your Email Address]

• Phone: [Your Contact Number]

• Office Hours: [Office Hours]

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