Geography Commons^™

Osae Can You See? What Is It Like In Chile?, Anne Hoeper

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Students will examine and analyze a set of pictures. Students will hypothesize what life is like in Chile. Students will make conclusions about geographical location or culture in Chile.

Scrubbing The Skunk, Tim Sheeley

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Students will be able to identify and locate latitude and longitude coordinates using a GPS unit.

Population Density In India, Anne Hoeper

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Students will be able to identify which areas of India are densely and sparsely populated. Students will be able to visualize the location of major landforms and their affect on population. Students will be able to visualize the major locations of mineral resources and why this affects settlement. Students will be able to explain the relationship of larger population densities with available mineral resources and landforms.

Speaking Through Clothing, Kelly Davidson

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Students will analyze how Gandhi used the way he dressed to communicate with the Indian people. Students will identify some of the many layers clothing can express. Students will recognize how clothing styles vary in different styles. Students will observe how clothing styles in one region influence clothing styles in another region. Students will pinpoint the five themes of geography for two different locations.

Population Numbers, Jon Bliesmer

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Students will receive a greater understanding of how locations and regions can influence population numbers within the U.S. Students will make use of statistical data to draw conclusions about population numbers. Students will evaluate, based on their research, the increase and decrease in states population numbers and what would have made these growths or declines.

Struggles In A Sari: How Women Are Affected By Flooding In Bangladesh, Linda Litterer, Sarah Dorpinghaus

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Students will be able to examine and analyze photographs of flood damage and victims in Bangladesh. Students will be able to predict difficulties faced during flood periods. Students will be able to compare and contrast vulnerability of women facing flooding in developing and developed countries. Students will be able to formulate and critique plans to improve the situation of female flood victims in Bangladesh.

Surviving The Monsoon: Natural Hazards In Bangladesh, Melinda Aeschliman

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The students will compare the features of Bangladesh with the features of Iowa.

Street Treasures: Abandoned Dogs In Chile, Kim Daughetee

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Students will understand the various implications of stray animals in their communities as well as other communities, and the need for responsible pet ownership. Students will become more aware of the crisis of conscience in our society, as well as globally; it is imperative that we reawaken compassion, and not overlook suffering.

Riding The Metro In Chile, Tami Mcinroy

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Students will learn the history of the metro in Chile. Students will understand the advantages and disadvantages of riding the metro. Students will differentiate between the Spanish and English spelling of the names of different stations. Students will understand appropriate behavior on the metro. Students will understand how to get from place to place by taking the metro, including what direction to go, when and where to switch trains and what is needed to be able to get from place to place.

Deforestation, Becky Herman

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Students will research about the causes and effects of deforestation and will take the role of a special interest group that has a vested interest in either the conservation or destruction of existing forest.

Sudan And South Sudan: Colonialism, Conflict, And The Growing Pains Of A New Nation, Amy Jones

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Students will understand the concept of colonialism by comparing and contrasting America with Africa's colonial rule. Students will discover how this often contributes to contemporary conflict by igniting cultural differences. Sudan and South Sudan are used to illustrate contemporary conflict that is in part based upon the effects of a history of colonialism.

How ‘Bout Them Hawks!, Julie Tremmel

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Students will learn about the Ioway Indians and others who lived and thrived here while considering the influence of Iowa’s geography on them and on all of us who have followed. The value of primary and secondary resources will be studied.

The Color Run Project, Rachel Hansen

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Students apply knowledge of the five themes of geography to an authentic project and use Google Earth to demonstrate their geography skills.

The Geography Of Rwanda's Genocide, Rachel Hansen

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Students can (1) use Google Maps or Google Earth to examine the physical features of Rwanda; (2) apply knowledge of the Demographic Transition Model to Rwanda; (3) evaluate the role culture plays in conflict.

Rivers In Europe, Aileen Meyer

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Students will understand that rivers are a natural feature located on six of the seven continents. Students will understand Europe is fortunate to have many rivers which have helped to shape its history. Students will understand Europe’s rivers influence human settlement as well as provide transportation, energy, and recreational needs for the people of Europe. Students will understand humans have a responsibility to care for their rivers and keep them clean for future generations.

The Hispanic Migration Into Iowa, Joan Lehman

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Students will list, compare, and contrast the positives and negatives of Hispanics to Iowa. Students will interpret data from census.

Siege Mentality: Current And Past Conflicts, Dave Denhartog

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Students will research all about sieges. Students will reiterate creatively what they learned.

The Immigration Tango, Gary Larsson

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Students will create a multi-media presentation on the geographic/historical reasons for their families migration to the US.

Sexually Transmitted Infections And Diseases In The United States, Erin Coffey, Bev Alderson

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Students will be able to visually compare Iowa’s rate of STI’s and STD’s with the rest of the United States.

The Location Theme Of Geography Using The World Cup, Gloria Schmitz

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Students will be able to identify and explain the location theme of geography.

Teaching The Five Themes Of Geography: One Grain Of Rice At A Time, Kim Daughetee

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Students will be able to identify and explain the 5 themes of geography.

The New Africa, Angela Groene

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Students will be aware of the history, unique geographic features, and economic growth of the continent of Africa by examining one specific country and creating a booklet.

Marshalltown, Ia Landmarks Past And Present, Jill Brockman

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In this lesson, students will:

-Discover past and present Marshalltown Landmarks and discuss changes in both

-Use Google maps to locate important Marshalltown landmarks

-Write an opinion paragraph that sites evidence behind the reasoning for location of selected landmarks.

The 5 Themes Of Geography: Mystery Colonies, Rebecca Menard

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Students will be able to identify each of the 13 colonies using clues based on the 5 themes of geography.

Tin Mining On The Jos Plateau, Natasha Cooper

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Students will understand the history of tin mining on the Jos Plateau. Students will be able to apply information and brainstorm as they construct a poster on the positive and negative consequences of tin mining.

Tracking Flat Stanley, Jennifer Hardee

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Students will use Google Earth to locate the places Flat Stanley visits and record the absolute location of each place.

Traditional Musical Instruments, Natasha Cooper

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Students will understand the four categories of traditional Nigerian music. Students will be able to explain and display an example of the four types of instruments in a poster. Students will be able to apply knowledge as they create their own traditional Nigerian instrument.

The Color Run Project: Day One, Rachel Hansen

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Students can define location as a theme of geography and apply it to a city in the world.

Traffic Flow In Nigeria, Dan Walsh

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Students will be able to describe some of the frustrations and problems of traffic in Nigeria.

Transcontinental Railroad, Tyler Balow

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Students will map their own routes for the transcontinental railroad. Students will read and analyze several maps in order to design their routes based on the geographical factors.