FHS 10th Global History (Maryurin & James)

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Unit 1: Geography
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Our History course begins the year with an exploration of the worlds geography. In this unit
we investigate different civilizations and cultures; we use geographic themes and skills to gain
a better understanding of our past and the world. We use geography to gain an understanding
of the characteristics of the worlds major continents, countries, and oceans.
Geography (noun): geo = earth and graphy = field of study.
Definition of Geography: Geography is a science that deals with earth's surface. Geography
allows us to study the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and how humans affect
and are affected by the natural world.

Unit EQ: How do we learn about and relate to the world around us?
Content Objectives:

I can identify and describe the Five Themes of Geography.

I can identify and describe the physical geographic features of the world including continents and major
bodies of water.
I can read a map by identifying the symbols used in the key/legend on the map.
I can understand and summarize how people interact with their environment.
I can describe connections between different cultures, continents, and countries.
I can make personal connections to worldly historical and current events.
I can interpret and draw supporting evidence from maps, graphs, and images to increase understanding
of historical events.
I can write a well-organized HITT and TIED paragraph that responds to a prompt or question.

C Layer Tasks

(** Assignments are mandatory)

Basic knowledge, understanding. The student builds on his/her current
level of core information. Blooms Taxonomy: Knowledge

Minimum Points: 70

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Must complete 70 points in Layer C to move on to Layer B.

**1) Geography Diagnostic & Impact of Geography Handout
**2) Basic Map Skills - Packet - Classwork & Homework
**3) Themes of Geography (Choose one option from a , b or c)
a) PPT & Note Catcher
b) Reading & Summary
c) Video & Note Catcher http://video.about.com/geography/Five-Themes-ofGeography.htm#vdTrn
**4) Themes of Geography Activities (Choose one option from a or b)
a) Group Activity - Country Fact Sheet - In groups of 3, choose one
country, define five themes, provide 3 examples of each theme for country
selected and fill in Fact Sheet. Countries: France, Haiti, Armenia,
Rwanda, Cambodia, Guatemala, Turkey, Brazil, Russia and South Africa.
b) Individual Writing Assignment Draft, Write and Type a 3 paragraph
summary for the Five Themes of Geography using the HIIT, TIED, TIED
format. You will introduce the five themes, choose one country and
discuss a theme in each TIED paragraph. (HITT: Hook, Important Info,
Text/Topic, Thesis. TIED: Topic Sentence, Important Info, Evidence,
Discussion)
5) Create Flashcards for the following vocabulary words: absolute
location, altitude, atlas, border, archipelago, continent, latitude,

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longitude, equator, hemisphere, legend, region, relative location, scale,

territory and topography.
Source: http://dictionary.reference.com
**6) Formative Assessment/ QUIZ To show understanding of the Five
Themes of Geography and Key Vocabulary Terms
Multiple Choice & Vocabulary

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***7) Physical Features (Choose One ONLY)

PPT & Note Catcher
Reading & Summary
8) Five Themes Reading:
Create a brochure, poster, PowerPoint slide presentation for the Five
Themes of Geography for ANY country you choose. Must include
images/drawings and description of each theme with examples.
http://www.csustan.edu/sites/default/files/TeacherEd/FacultyStaff/betts/H
andouts/PDFs/Five%20Themes%20of%20Geography.pdf

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9) Physical Features Activity

Choose one of the seven continents. Use the blank map of your continent
to draw in 5 physical features available on your chosen continent.
Physical Features must be correctly named and placed on your map.
Blank maps of Continents - http://www.eduplace.com/ss/maps/
Example http://teacherweb.com/PA/DallasMiddleSchool/TMorgan/Maps---Chs-22--26-Africa-physical-features-map.jpg

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10) On a blank map of the World label at least one major physical
geographic feature for each continent. Use your notes and own research
to correctly place the physical features on each of the 7 continents.
Examples: Mount Everest in Asia.
Blank Map http://education.scholastic.co.uk/resources/9731/derivatives/2486490

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Layer C points = ____________

B Layer Tasks
Application or manipulation of the information learned in the C layer.
Problem solving or other higher level thinking tasks. Blooms Taxonomy:
Application & Analysis

Minimum Points: 20

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Maximum Points: 25

Must complete at least 20 points in Layer B to move on to Layer A.

1) Film: Watch the first 20 minutes of the film Babies. Record your
observations of the following issues: What does the physical environment
look like? What obstacles do the babies and their families face? What
resources do the babies and their families have access to that can help
them survive. Answer these questions in a 7-10 sentence paragraph. Use
note-catcher attached copies will be provided in class)
http://new.schoolnotes.com/files/AGCOXHEATH/5%20themes.pdf
2) Continent Mobiles:
a) Choose and describe 3-5 natural features on all seven continents.
b) Compare and contrast continents, their sizes, shapes, and major
landforms.
c) Students create a unique display of the continents to show major
landforms.
http://www2.crayola.com/lesson-plans/detail/cut-out-continents-mobilelesson-plan/
3) Create a Continent:
a) You will create your own continent in an open and available area in the
world. Give your continent a name and create 4 cities with names.
b) Label at least 12 physical features directly on your continent give each

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feature its own name (ex. James Mountains)

c) Use an Atlas to find one latitude and longitude line of your continent on a
world map.

4) Google Map Activity: Visit The Great Wall of China, Great Pyramid of
Giza (Egypt), Stone Hedge (Great Britain/UK), Statue of Liberty (USA),
Christ the Redeemer Statue (Brazil), Sydney Opera House (Australia),
Eiffel Tower (France), Machu Picchu (Peru), Castillo San Felipe del Morro
(Puerto Rico), Chichen Itza (Mexico),
Create a Brochure (images, color, and creativity) where you advertise the
Location/Region you chose.
What country and region are you visiting? What do you see (use
descriptive adjectives)? What does the location remind you of?

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Layer B points = ____________

A Layer Tasks
Critical Thinking and Analysis. This layer requires the highest and most
complex thought. Blooms Taxonomy: Synthesis & Evaluation

Minimum Points: 30

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Maximum Points: 40

Must complete at least 30 points in Layer A.

1) Human-Environment Interaction:
Pick a geographic current event listed below that is impacting our world
today!
How the humans are interacting with the environment? Are we hurting or
are we helping Mother Nature? Write a 3-4 paragraph essay (HITT,
TIED, TRUE) answering these questions about one of the following topics:
Options: Oil spills, Garbage Dumping, Deforestation, Global Warming,
Levels/Access of Fresh Water and Droughts.

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Sources: Example of California Drought (2011-2014)

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2569919/Shocking-pictures-Californiadrought-reveal-extent-dry-spell-relief-way.html
Oil Spills http://www.popularmechanics.com/science/energy/coal-oilgas/biggest-oil-spills-in-history#slide-1
Garbage Dumping http://plasticparadisemovie.com/trailer/
Deforestation
http://wwf.panda.org/about_our_earth/about_forests/deforestation/
Global Warming http://www.ucsusa.org/global_warming/

2) Human-Environment Interaction
Analyze images from Hungry Planet.
Pick one family. List the types of food (at least 10) the families eat.
Write a 3-4 paragraph essay (HITT, TIED, TRUE) answering the following
questions:
Make a prediction about what region of the world you think they are from
based on the food they present and explain why.
How does the familys geographic location and environment affect/impact
their eating habits?

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Source: http://time.com/8515/hungry-planet-what-the-world-eats/

Layer A points = ____________

C ___ + B____+ A ____= ______ /120

Final Unit Grade: ____________________

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