Where Are You? Introduction to Geography and Geographical Awareness


REVISED

Spring 2016 quarter

Taught by

geography, political ecology

Ever wonder why sixth grade geography was so boring? Memorizing place names and locations is NOT geography! Join this program and learn a new way of being in the world. This program will provide an overview of geography as an academic discipline and a knowledge base that defines the uniqueness of places, regions, environmental conditions, and spatial abilities. Using a traditional geography textbook, we will cover the four main areas of geography: physical or Earth sciences; regions of the world; patterns of social organization, and basic methods of data collection and mapping techniques. We will also read a set of texts that inform the creation of landscapes of meaning, environmental awareness, and resource management in the United States. Class meeting times will be used for introductory lecture materials, seminar on texts, and field trips. The online component will include a set of assignments and inquiry based learning.

Program Details

Fields of Study

Preparatory for studies or careers in

teaching and education, environmental studies, and geography.

Location and Schedule

Campus location

Olympia

Schedule

Offered during: Day

Advertised schedule: First spring class meeting: Thursday, March 31 at 9am (Sem 2 B2109)

Books

Buy books for this program through Greener Bookstore.

Online Learning

Hybrid Online Learning 25 - 49% Delivered Online:

Required Fees

$50 for entrance fees to museums and science centers.

Revisions

Date Revision
March 2nd, 2016 This program is offered at 12 and 16 credits. Students interested in the 12-credit option need faculty approval.
February 10th, 2016 Fee has increased (from $25 to $50).
December 4th, 2015 New spring opportunity added.

Registration Information

Credits: 12, 16 (Spring)

Variable Credit Options

12-credit includes Pacific Northwest History (4 cr), Pacific Northwest Geography (4 cr) and Earth Science (4 cr); 16-credit option adds World Geography (4cr).  Contact faculty for permission to register for the 12-credit option.

Class standing: Freshmen–Senior; 50% of the seats are reserved for freshmen

Maximum enrollment: 25

Spring

Course Reference Numbers

Fr (16 credits): 30295
So - Sr (16 credits): 30299
(1-16 credits): 30300

Go to my.evergreen.edu to register for this program.

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