Excerpt from Practical Methods for Teaching Elementary Geography
Descriptive Geography. Descriptive geography deals with land and water, as to Size, form, and loca tion. It is a description of the earth's surface, and is of little value when taught by itself.
Regional Geography. - Regional geography is not a new idea. A great many teachers have used the regional method for years. However, only recently has this method been emphasized. Professor Atwood says of the regional method: It is the goal toward which the best scientific thought and the best pedagogy have been long progressing.
One cannot overestimate the value of the regional geography method where the pupil is to gain a clear and concise working knowledge of maps. It brings to the pupil new ideas, motivating geography study and forming a basis for the socialized recitation. The pupil by the use of this method will be the better able to take up project work, or to solve problems.
Pupils Should be taught not only to read maps but to draw them according to natural regions and to give reasons for so drawing them. They should be able to answer readily such questions as, 1) What things affect climate? (2) What conditions determine rain fall? (3) Why is New England rough and rugged while Kansas and Nebraska are level?
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to teaching geography effectively in elementary schools. It traces the evolution of geography in the public school curriculum, providing a historical context for the subject. The author emphasizes the importance of regional geography, which divides countries and continents into natural regions with similar characteristics, emphasizing the relationship between physical geography and human activities. The book also discusses the value of geography in developing students' social awareness, cultural understanding, and problem-solving skills. By integrating geography with other subjects like history, science, and language, teachers can help students gain a deeper understanding of the world and their place within it. The author draws connections between geography and present-day issues like sustainability, globalization, and interdependence, showcasing its relevance to students' lives. With its practical methods, standard tests, and a course of study, this book equips teachers with the knowledge and tools they need to inspire students and make geography a dynamic and engaging subject. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330347508_0
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