Introduction to Geography

Introduction to Geography

Definition and study of geography

Geography: The study of places and the relationships between people and their environments.

What do you already know about geography?

Relevance of geography in wider life aspects

Key themes: Change, Impact, Inequality

Branches of geography: Physical, Human, Environmental

Physical Geography: A branch of geography dealing with natural features and processes.
Human Geography: A branch of geography concerned with human societies and their relationships with the environment.
Environmental Geography: A field of geography that examines the interactions between humans and the natural world.

Roles of geographers and career prospects

Geographers study the Earth and its features, and may work in fields such as urban planning, environmental consulting, or geographic information systems (GIS).

Definition List

Geography: The study of places and the relationships between people and their environments.
Change: A key theme in geography that explores how places and environments evolve over time.
Impact: A geographical theme examining the effects of natural and human processes on the environment.
Inequality: A theme in geography that addresses the uneven distribution of resources and opportunities among different places and populations.
Physical Geography: A branch of geography dealing with natural features and processes.
Human Geography: A branch of geography concerned with human societies and their relationships with the environment.
Environmental Geography: A field of geography that examines the interactions between humans and the natural world.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

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Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.