Describes the use of concept mapping in teaching complex notions in urban geography. Discusses the nature and characteristics of concept mapping, course context, three experimental exercises, and student responses in evaluations. Finds that concept-mapping techniques increased students' understanding. Emphasizes the continuing potential of this…

Provides a discussion of the structure and procedures of a classroom exercise using scenes from "The Grapes of Wrath," to illustrate different environmental philosophies. After viewing scenes from the film, students prepare presentations examining the Dust Bowl from one of four philosophical positions: environmental causation,…

Discusses a survey which assessed the role of behavioral geography courses within British university geography departments. Course content and organization are discussed in relationship to research in behavioral geography and to likely directions of change in teaching syllabi. For journal availability, see SO 505 640. (Author/DB)

Ron Johnston is questioned about his personal and educational backgrounds, career in geography, teaching styles, differences between students in different countries, graduate study in geography, writing books, the use of textbooks, and the role and problems of geography in higher education. (IS)

Asserts that traditional field study, widely regarded as an essential part of geographical higher education, is under attack because of high costs and poor administration. Describes a case study of an undergraduate program that combines training in field study with research and presentation skills. (CFR)