AP® Human Geography Crash Course Book + Online: Get a Higher Score in Less Time (Advanced Placement (AP) Crash Course) - Softcover

Sawyer, Dr. Christian

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0738609323 ISBN 13: 9780738609324

Publisher: Research & Education Association, 2018

Synopsis

REA's Crash Course for the AP® Human Geography Exam - Gets You a Higher Advanced Placement® Score in Less Time

Crash Course is perfect for the time-crunched student, the last-minute studier, or anyone who wants a refresher on the subject.

Are you crunched for time? Have you started studying for your Advanced Placement® Human Geography exam yet? How will you memorize everything you need to know before the test? Do you wish there was a fast and easy way to study for the exam AND boost your score?

If this sounds like you, don't panic. REA's Crash Course for AP® Human Geography is just what you need. Our Crash Course gives you:

Targeted, Focused Review - Study Only What You Need to Know
The Crash Course is based on an in-depth analysis of the AP® Human Geography course description outline and actual AP® test questions. It covers only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your valuable study time. Our easy-to-read format gives you a crash course in: models in AP® human geography, political geography, population, cultural patterns and processes, agriculture and rural land use, industrialization, economic development, and more.

Expert Test-taking Strategies
Our experienced AP® Human Geography teacher shares detailed question-level strategies and explains the best way to answer the multiple-choice and free-response questions you’ll encounter on test day. By following our expert tips and advice, you can boost your overall point score!

Take REA's FREE Practice Exam
After studying the material in the Crash Course, go to the online REA Study Center and test what you've learned. Our free practice exam features timed testing, detailed explanations of answers, and automatic scoring analysis. The exam is balanced to include every topic and type of question found on the actual AP® exam, so you know you're studying the smart way.

Whether you're cramming for the test at the last minute, looking for extra review, or want to study on your own in preparation for the exams - this is the study guide every AP® Human Geography student must have.

When it's crucial crunch time and your Advanced Placement® exam is just around the corner, you need REA's Crash Course for AP® Human Geography!

About the Author

Christian Sawyer, Ed.D., is a nationally-recognized Social Studies teacher who has implemented and taught AP® Human Geography and other social studies courses at both the high school and college levels for nearly a decade.

Dr. Sawyer’s work in advocating for broader geographic awareness led to his recognition as a 2006 National Outstanding Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the National Council for the Social Studies; the 2006 Tennessee Outstanding Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the Tennessee Council for the Social Studies; a White House Fellows Regional Finalist; a 2008 Tennessee Distinguished Educator; the recipient of the “2008 Educator Award” from the Nashville Mayor’s Commission on People with Disabilities; and a “Local Hero” by Vanderbilt University. Dr. Sawyer has written and edited English and Social Studies curriculum for the Modern Red Schoolhouse Institute and other publishers, including his test preparation book on AP® Human Geography, published by Research & Education Association.

Dr. Sawyer is currently a district principal for Denver Public Schools.

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About the Author

Christian Sawyer, Ed.D., is a nationally-recognized Social Studies teacher who has implemented and taught AP® Human Geography and other social studies courses at both the high school and college levels for nearly a decade.

Dr. Sawyer’s work in advocating for broader geographic awareness led to his recognition as a 2006 National Outstanding Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the National Council for the Social Studies; the 2006 Tennessee Outstanding Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the Tennessee Council for the Social Studies; a White House Fellows Regional Finalist; a 2008 Tennessee Distinguished Educator; the recipient of the “2008 Educator Award” from the Nashville Mayor’s Commission on People with Disabilities; and a “Local Hero” by Vanderbilt University. Dr. Sawyer has written and edited English and Social Studies curriculum for the Modern Red Schoolhouse Institute and other publishers, including his test preparation book on AP® Human Geography, published by Research & Education Association.

Dr. Sawyer is currently a district principal for Denver Public Schools.

From the Back Cover

REA'S CRASH COURSE FOR THE AP* HUMAN GEOGRAPHY EXAM – GET A HIGHER SCORE IN LESS TIMELate getting started? Facing too many AP* tests? Use this course to learn the most in the least time!Study Only What You Need to Know
REA’s Crash Course for the AP* Human Geography exam is based on an in-depth analysis of the Advanced Placement* Human Geography exam and actual AP* Human Geography test questions. It covers only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your study time.Expert Test-Taking Strategies
Developed by an Advanced Placement* teacher with many years of classroom experience, this Crash Course presents detailed, question-level strategies for answering both the multiple-choice and free-response questions. By following the AP* author’s advice, you can boost your score in every section of the AP* Human Geography test.Key Geographic Models and Theories You Must Know
Knowing the right terminology can make a real difference in your AP* score. Our expert advice includes the key geographic models and theories you need to know before taking the AP* Human Geography exam.Free Practice Exam
Our full-length online AP* Human Geography practice exam includes every topic and type of question found on the actual exam. It offers timed testing, automatic scoring, and detailed explanations of answers. It even provides helpful diagnostics to pinpoint where you’re strongest and where you need to focus.

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ABOUT THIS BOOKREA’s AP Human Geography Crash Course is the first book of its kind for the last-minute studier or any AP student who wants a quick refresher on the course. The Crash Course is based on a careful analysis of the AP Human Geography Course Description outline and actual AP test questions.Written by an AP teacher, our easy-to-read format gives students a crash course in Human Geography. The targeted review chapters are grouped by topics, offering you a concise way to learn all the important ideas, facts, and terms before exam day.Unlike other test preps, REA’s AP Human Geography Crash Course gives you a review specifically focused on what you really need to study in order to ace the exam. The introduction discusses the keys for success and shows you strategies to help you build your overall point score.Part Two is a complete crash course in Human Geography. These 10 chapters focus on the subjects tested on the AP exam and cover everything from the Nature and Perspectives of Geography to Cities and Urban Land Use.Part Three focuses exclusively on test-taking tactics for the AP Human Geography exam. The author provides expert advice on how to master both the multiple-choice and free-response sections. Each chapter gives you specific strategies for success that will help you raise your overall point score.No matter how or when you prepare for the AP Human Geography exam, REA’s Crash Course will show you how to study efficiently and strategically, so you can boost your score!To check your test readiness for the AP Human Geography exam, either before or after studying this Crash Course, take our free online practice exam. To access your free practice exam, visit www.rea.com/crashcourse and follow the on-screen instructions. This true-to-format test features automatic scoring of the multiple-choice questions and detailed explanations of all answers. Our diagnostic analysis will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, so you’ll be ready on exam day!
Good luck on your AP Human Geography exam!

Edition details

• Publisher: Research & Education Association
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 0738609323
• ISBN 13: 9780738609324
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 240