The Teaching of Geography: Suggestions Regarding Principles and Methods for the Use of Teachers (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Archibald Geikie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0267681887 ISBN 13: 9780267681884

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock practical, hands‑on methods to teach geography with clarity and spark.

This guide, The Teaching of Geography, offers a clear path for teachers to build higher-level geography lessons that are engaging, accurate, and grounded in real-world observation.

Designed to help educators frame ambitious goals, it emphasizes deep subject mastery, student curiosity, and a respectful, inquiry‑driven approach. The book covers how to start with familiar, local examples, how to structure practical demonstrations, and how to connect geography with history, literature, and natural science—all while avoiding overly abstract concepts early on.

• Strategies to begin with concrete phenomena from plants and animals, using local flora and fauna as entry points.
• Guidance on enabling students to observe, compare, and draw connections from real objects, not just diagrams.
• Examples of practical activities that build morphology, observation skills, and a sense of wonder about the natural world.
• Ways to link geography to history and literature, enriching learning across subjects.

Ideal for teachers seeking a practical, thoughtful approach to geography instruction that grows students’ curiosity and understanding.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0267681887
• ISBN 13: 9780267681884
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 221