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This class is a systematic analysis of the landscapes and cultures of major regions of the world. Within the global perspective several themes are highlighted: environmental change; migration; cultural stability and transformation; national, ethnic, and racial identities; economic linkages and globalization. Major issues the textbook emphasizes are economic and cultural globalization, environmental issues, and the status of women. A basic understanding of world regions will be helpful in developing more in-depth and complex perspectives on places, cultures, and current world events.

The syllabus is available as an Adobe PDF file.

The class email account is worldgeog_s05@yahoo.com. I am asking students taking World Geography this semester who want to contact me by email to use the class email account. I have created it just for students in the class. It is the best way to contact me and the best way to ensure a quick reply.

My aim is for this class to be an engaging and productive experience for all students. Please see me if problems arise that may affect your attendance and grade. Also, please see me if any issues develop with the course that may affect your performance or motivation.

There are four main elements of the course

• Lectures
• Group Exercises
• In-class Assignments
• Student Presentations

Do not hesitate to talk to me after class. Please stop by my office if you have any questions or contact about me about setting an appointment.

The online textbook companion site is at World Regional Geography . For the second class meeting be sure to do the following.

• Print the syllabus and read it carefully. Bring it to class.
• Visit the textbook's companion site. Print out the blank outline map for Chapter 1 and bring it to class.