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This course will teach students about the surface of the planet Earth. Students learn how Earth’s natural systems interact and how to classify the different physical attributes of our planet.
Total classes: 12
Duration: 55 minutes per class
Prerequisite: None
Suggested grade level: 9th to 12th grade
Suggested credit: One full semester Physical Geography
Description
This course will teach students about the surface of the planet Earth. Students learn how Earth’s natural systems interact and how to classify the different physical attributes of our planet. Landforms, tectonics, weather patterns, and major geographical features will be covered.
Outline
Week 1: The Discipline of Geography
Week 2: Basic Landforms
Week 3: Topography
Week 4: The Oceans
Week 5: Rivers and Continental Divide
Week 6: Mountains
Week 7: Precipitation
Week 8: Weather & Wind Patterns
Week 9: Deserts
Week 10: Climate Zones
Week 11: Glaciation
Week 12: The Changing World
Materials and Homework
Course materials: All course materials provided FREE by the instructor. Readings are available on the course page.
Homework: Occasional readings and weekly quizzes (automated for immediate feedback). Expect to spend two hours per week outside of class on homework and reading.
