"Connections
is in its second year at Helix. The first three weeks
of Geography focuses on "connecting" students
to Helix.
The
5 Themes of Geography is an introductory unit which
lays a foundation for the thematic and regional geography
that follows in future units.
The
North America unit focuses on the United States, Canada
and Mexico. Throughout this unit, this region is examined
physically, politically and culturally. One specific
focus is the development of regional differences within
a nation.
Through
the study of the European Unit, students learn many
factors that have lead to the political nations of
Europe. The physical geography of Europe is instrumental
in the current configuation of the nations. This unit
has a specific focus on positive and negative efficts
of Urbanization in Europe.
Latin
America consists of regions of North and South America
that have similar physical, political and cultural
structures. One regional concept which we will explore
in depth is the role of Developing Nations in this
changing world.
The
Middle East is a region that is connected through
a variety of political, physical and cultural ties.
This region will be crucial to the lives of your children
and grandchilren. Since religion plays an important
role in understanding the Middle East Conflict, World
Relgions will be the focus of thematic instruction
throughout this unit.
Asia
is the largest continent on Earth, therefore, this
unit will focus on specific regions of this continent
(India, East Asia, Southeast Asia). In addition, population
trends, patterns, and population growth will be examined
in relationship to the impact on the Earth's resources.
The
Africa unit focuses on the Sub-Saharan Region. Much
of Northern Africa is covered in the study of the
Middle East. The thematic issues addressed are a combination
of human and environmental impacts of problems this
regions faces.
In
an effort to better prepare students for Advanced
Placement, Honors Geography will research then write
a cited research paper. Most likely, the focus of
the paper will be embedded within a specific unit
of study.
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