Tutor – Sandy Kovacic
Course objectives are:
For this class there are four main goals…
…To develop proficiency in using the tools, skills, and languages of the field of Geography…
…To improve the students’ skills in research, writing, and critical thinking…
…To introduce a fuller understanding of the world and our global neighbors through exposure to cultures and lifestyles from around the world…
…To instill the ever-rewarding joy of learning!
Note to Parents: Your student may be asked to do research on the internet in this class. Please supervise any internet research your student does throughout the course of this class. We have no way of controlling what pictures, sites, or information they may stumble upon when using the internet at home. That accountability should be established between students and parents with oversight being the responsibility of parents.
Around The World In 180 Days, second edition.
ISBN 978-1-935495-58-1
ATLAS of World Geography by Rand McNally, sixth edition.
ISBN 978-0-528-01789-6
Continents Map Set of the World (Paper Version NOT laminated) by Geography Matters, Inc.
www.geomatters.com
ISBN 978-0-97024035-4
Students will also need to purchase a “Map Skills” book from RTA provided by the tutor on Orientation Day for $12.
This course is a high school level class. No prerequisites are required to take this course.
This class is at a “beginner’s” difficulty level. However, students will need to devote time and effort weekly to thoroughly study and learn about the concepts of the science of geography via the assigned readings and activities.
Students will also need to purchase a Map Skills Workbook from the tutor on Orientation Day. The book is $12 and the check can be made out directly to RTA.
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