I.  Definition of Geography

            a.  “The scientific study of Earth’s surface based on the spatial distributions, patterns, and interactions of its physical and cultural features.”

          b.  “What is where? Why there? & Why care?

II.      Assessment/Grading: 

            a.  Straight point system

                     i.   Composition of daily assignments & activities,  long-term projects, quizzes and tests.

III.  Course Content and Progression

             a.  What is Geography?             

             b. Map and Globe Skills

             c.  Cultural Geography

             d.  Demographic Geography

             e.  Economic Geography

             f.  Physical Geography

                       i.  Lithosphere

                       ii.  Hydrosphere

                       iii.  Atmosphere

               g. Regional Studies

                       i.  Latin America, Europe, or Turkey

               h.  Geography of World Issues Project