Descriptor
Source
Journal of Geography | 55 |
Author
Bednarz, Robert S. | 4 |
Nellis, M. Duane | 2 |
Salter, Kit | 2 |
Schlene, Vickie J. | 2 |
Albert, Don P. | 1 |
Archer, Kevin | 1 |
Bar-Gal, Yoram | 1 |
Bednarz, Sarah W. | 1 |
Bein, Frederick L. | 1 |
Bockenhauer, Mark H. | 1 |
Boehm, Richard G. | 1 |
More ▼ |
Publication Type
Education Level
Audience
Practitioners | 55 |
Teachers | 55 |
Administrators | 25 |
Policymakers | 12 |
Researchers | 3 |
Students | 1 |
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Goals 2000 | 9 |
Assessments and Surveys
National Assessment of… | 5 |
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
Peer reviewed
Groop, Richard; And Others – Journal of Geography, 1985
Described and evaluated are microcomputer units of instruction that were developed for use in undergraduate geography courses. Students responded favorably to the modules--"Socioeconomic Patterns,""Economic Rent,""Sampling Distribution of Sample Means,""Land Use Competition,""Data Classing,""Weather and Climate," and "Landforms." (RM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Evaluation, Geography Instruction
Peer reviewed
Harries, Keith D. – Journal of Geography, 1984
Crime is a sufficiently constant and significant problem to warrant treatment in human geography courses at the high school and college levels. Issues in crime and justice are explored from a geographical perspective, a model of geographical elements in criminal justice systems is outlined and instructional applications are discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Crime, Curriculum Development, Geographic Concepts, Geography Instruction
Peer reviewed
Wikle, Thomas A.; Lambert, Dean P. – Journal of Geography, 1996
Introduces global positioning system (GPS) technology to nonspecialist geographers and recommends a framework for implementing GPS instructional modules in college geography courses. GPS was developed as a worldwide satellite-based system by the U.S. Department of Defense to simplify and improve military and civilian navigation and positioning.…
Descriptors: Colleges, Communications Satellites, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education
Peer reviewed
Spaight, Maureen Whalen – Journal of Geography, 1996
Traces the evolution of the state geography standards in Rhode Island and gives a summary of the work accomplished thus far toward implementing the National Geography Standards. Profiles several state and local initiatives and discusses the Standards that they represent. (MJP)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Curriculum Development, Educational Assessment, Educational Improvement
Peer reviewed
Journal of Geography, 1997
Presents the current and preeminent policy statement of the Commission on Geographical Education of the International Geographical Union. Reiterates the vital importance of geographic education and outlines general standards for curriculum planning. Addresses a broad range of issues including fundamental concepts, research and educational…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Administration, Educational Development, Educational Planning
Peer reviewed
Warf, Barney – Journal of Geography, 1997
Offers five themes from political geography that could be incorporated into college geography courses: historical specificity of geography; (2) interconnectedness of regions; (3) interpenetration of the human and natural worlds; (4) centrality of culture in social reproduction; and (5) use of political economy to uncover social relations. (MJP)
Descriptors: Course Content, Curriculum Development, Economic Factors, Economics
Peer reviewed
Cope, Meghan – Journal of Geography, 1997
Outlines three approaches to exploring gender-sensitive political geography: (1) examining formal (voting and holding office) and informal (activism and interest groups) political activity; (2) delineating the variety of gender-based power constructs; and (3) reviewing recent policy developments, specifically the Family and Medical leave Act of…
Descriptors: Consciousness Raising, Curriculum Development, Economic Factors, Educational Trends
Peer reviewed
Brierley, John – Journal of Geography, 1990
Argues that learning about winds and ocean currents will help students understand the achievements of explorers in history in light of physical elements and technologies of their time. Presents a three-day lesson for teaching secondary geography units on locations and regions of winds and currents, and historic effects of winds and currents on…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Curriculum Development, Earth Science, Environmental Education
Peer reviewed
Quinn, Joyce A. – Journal of Geography, 1990
Describes a geography literacy quiz project developed by the Geography Club at California State University (Fresno). Reports that poor quiz results sparked interest in developing programs to ensure geographic literacy. Comments on a program at Dos Palos (California) High School that will require geography proficiency examinations for graduation by…
Descriptors: Achievement Tests, Basic Skills, Curriculum Development, Evaluation Criteria
Peer reviewed
Harper, Robert – Journal of Geography, 1990
Compares "old" geography curriculum with "new" geography curriculum proposed by National Geographic Society and based on five geographic themes. Examines new course as both geography course and as subject in the general education curriculum. Noting the marginal value and limitations of the new geography, recommends that the…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Educational Cooperation, Educational Improvement
Peer reviewed
Hadfield, Kimball W. – Journal of Geography, 1989
Presents three physical geography lessons for teachers who may lack either formal training or resource materials in physical geography. The lessons are in response to the new Utah state requirements for junior high schools. Overviews each lesson, suggests activities, and lists materials needed each day. (KO)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Curriculum Development, Geography, Geography Instruction
Peer reviewed
Hardwick, Susan W. – Journal of Geography, 1995
Maintains that the content, skills, and perspectives specified for preservice teacher education in the National Geography Standards are essential for dissemination of the Standards to classrooms across the nation. Presents a model curriculum based on this approach. (CFR)
Descriptors: Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Educational Change
Peer reviewed
Cole, David B. – Journal of Geography, 1995
Discusses a model program at the University of Northern Colorado for preparing secondary geography teachers. Asserts that the program's key feature is the presence of an outstanding secondary teacher in residence throughout the year who team-teaches the geography teaching methods course. (CFR)
Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Course Content, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewed
Nellis, M. Duane – Journal of Geography, 1995
Maintains that the release of the National Geography Standards in October 1994 was not a culmination of reform but the beginning of educational improvement in geography. Discusses geographic concepts and the continued role of educational technology in geographic instruction. (CFR)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Curriculum Development, Educational Change, Educational Improvement
Peer reviewed
Albert, Don P.; And Others – Journal of Geography, 1995
Maintains that the use of geographic information systems (GIS) to analyze spatial dimensions of health care and disease ecology is becoming a realistic prospect for investigators in the social sciences. Contends that enough information is available to provide instructors with materials for classroom units. (CFR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Disease Control, Educational Planning, Educational Strategies