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Study for the AP Human Geography with this interactive study guide featuring concept summaries and interactive activities.
Includes a quick overview of the following topics:
Demographic Transition Model
Gravity Model
Zelinsky’s Perceptual Regions
North American Urban Models (Concentric Circle, Sector, Multiple Nuclei)
Central Place Theory (Christaller)
Models of Industrial Location (Least Cost Theory by Weber)
Joel Garreau’s Nine Nations of North America
von Thunen’s Agricultural Model
Epidemiologic Transition Model
World Systems Analysis (Core-Periphery Model by Wallerstein)
Heartland (MacKinder) and Rimland (Spykman) Theories
Neocolonialism
Thomas Malthus (Population) and Esther Boserup
Modernization Model (Stages of Development by Rostow)
Organic Theory (Ratzel)
Bid-Rent Theory
Rank-Size Rule
Ravenstein’s Laws of Migration
Marija Gimbutas’ Kurgan Hypothesis
Global Urban Models (Latin American, Southeast Asian by McGee)
Köppen Climate System
Jared Diamond’s “Geographic Luck”
Indo-European Language Tree
Agricultural Hearths
Economic Sectors
This is a complete introductory module and includes interactive activities, videos, vocabulary flashcards, and a summative quiz.
This online resource can be used as an engaging and interactive classroom presentation or may be given to students to complete asynchronously.
The topics covered follow the College Board AP Human Geography course description for Unit 1.
Topics include:
Map scale
Map projections
Geospatial technologies
Cultural regions
Environmental determinism
Possibilism
Absolute vs. relative location
and more!
Deepen your grasp of cultural landscapes with this specialized graphic organizer tailored for Human Geography students. This resource is perfect for comparing and contrasting the elements of folk culture and popular culture, helping students to capture notes in a clear and organized manner.
Available as an electronically fillable PDF, this graphic organizer offers convenience for digital use. Additionally, it can be printed for those who benefit from a more hands-on learning experience. This adaptability ensures that diverse learning preferences are accommodated, fostering an inclusive educational setting.
Ideal for classroom use, homework, or individual study sessions, this tool supports students in distinguishing and comparing the unique traits of folk and popular cultures. By systematically organizing their notes, students can better retain crucial concepts and prepare more effectively for their AP exams.
Whether used digitally or in print, this graphic organizer is an invaluable asset to any Human Geography course. Provide your students with the resources they need to excel and gain a thorough understanding of cultural landscapes.
