In this unit we will be studying the human and physical geography of North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia. In this unit we will utilize two classroom textbooks and the internet to come up with our own answers to questions about this region, and then create "You're the Expert" booklets on the subject, in small groups.
Resource List: internet-use parameters of smart searching! World Geography and Cultures (textbook) Global Insights (textbook) Unit Objective: Students will explain and interpret geographic variables that influence the interactions of people, places, and environments (2 a-c) and evaluate the interconnectedness of the world (3 a-f). 10-8: Students will explain how the uneven distribution of resources can lead to conflict, competition, or cooperation among nations, regions, and cultural groups. Bellringer: K/W chart on Africa. CHECKING BELLRINGERS TODAY! Activity: Map of Africa with questions 10-12: Students will evaluate the physical and human geography of the Middle East and its affect on the population. Bellringer: Culturally, what is different about North Africa in comparison to the rest of Africa? Activity: 1) Read p. 408-421 and answer the applicable questions. 10-13: Students will explain how the uneven distribution of resources in the world can lead to conflict, or cooperation, among nations. (2.3a) Bellringer: What are economic resources? Activity: 1) World Hunger Challenge 2) Discussion 3) Finish reading and discussing 408-421 10-14: Students will explain and interpret geographic values in such a way as to deepen understanding of their effect on the human population and environment. Bellringer: What nations make up the "Middle Eastern" region we are studying? Open this document and use it as a key to fill in your map of the region. Activities: 1) Finish reading p. 416-417 as a class. 2) Take Cornell notes on the physical geography of North Africa, Southwest Asia, and Central Asia, including vocabulary. 3) Locate the landforms listed on p. 424 on the map of this region. Homework: Cornell notes with subject theses for p. 426, 427, 428 10-15: Student will analyze how cooperation and conflict influence the division of and control of the Earth. Students will analyze word choice and make inferences based on reading, determine cause and effect and cite evidence from nonfiction text. Bellringer: Read Upfront article on Syria p. 8-11. Watch videos on Syria. Answer the following questions. Activity: 1) Syria-Watch videos on Syria. Answer the following questions: *Explain why some people call today's young Syrians the "lost generation". *Analyze the cause of Syria's civil war. *Cite evidence from the text that supports the claim that the Syrian refugee crisis is a "massive regionwide humanitarian problem". *What implications does the Syrian crisis have for the Middle Eastern region that we are studying? 2) Check notes on water systems and natural resources 10-19: Students will explain and interpret geographic values in such a way as to deepen understanding of their effect on the human population and environment. Bellringer: Explain the importance of the following to the Middle East-alluvial soil, wadis, petroleum, minerals Activities: 1) Locate the following geographical features on your map and label them. Atlas Mountains, Caucasus Mtns, Arabian Peninsula, Persian Gulf, Sinai Peninsula, Anatolia, Dead Sea, Caspian Sea, Aral Sea, Nile River, Tigris River, Euphrates River 2) Add content vocabulary to your vocabulary notes: oasis, pastoralism, cereal 3) Complete this graphic organizer as you read Section 2 on Climate and Vegetation in the Middle East. 10-20: Students will use maps and other geography tools to analyze issues within the Middle Eastern region. Bellringer: Column Game Activity: 1) C. 17 Review packet (copies on back table) Homework: Review your notes, vocabulary, and map for the test. Study Guide 10-21: Students will use maps and other geography tools to analyze issues within the Middle Eastern region. Bellringer: Self-check quiz Activity: Regional Current Events. Read New York Times article and watch video. Homework: Study for tomorrow's test. 10-22: Students will demonstrate their ability to use maps and other geographic tools. Bellringer: Which nation in this region has the greatest agricultural potential? Why is this? Activity: C. 17 Exam 10-26-11-2: Unit Project due November 2nd
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