GEO 1210 - Geography for Teachers

Institution:

Castleton State College (7.1.2023 merged into Vermont State University)

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Description:

This pedagogy lab is designed to introduce prospective teachers to the ways in which geography may be integrated into the teaching of social studies. Students will become familiar with state and national geography standards and understand how to apply those standards to social-studies education. Ultimately, students will concentrate their attention on one region, create a series of short level-appropriate teaching strategies and lesson plans about that region, present short lessons to their peers, and reflect on in-class teaching experiences. Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in or already have taken Geo 2150 (Cultural Geography), Geo 1060 (Geography: A Modern Overview), or Geo 2020 (World Regions and Cultures) Every Semester.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.castleton.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 468-5611

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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