High School Honors World Geography Course
Excel High School's Honors World Geography course is a fascinating exploration of the relationship between Earth's geography and human behavior. This course takes students on a global journey, examining how the planet's physical features, active processes, and diverse climates have influenced the culture, economy, and lifestyles of people across various nations and cultures. It's an ideal course for students curious about the world and interested in understanding the geographical factors that shape our global society.
Throughout the course, students will delve into the study of Earth's continents and regions, gaining insights into the geographical characteristics that define them. The course objectives are strategically designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of geography's role in organizing and interpreting the world. Students will learn about the two main branches of geography and their applications, the art and science of mapmaking, Earth's primary energy resources and their usage, and the geographical, historical, and cultural traits of Earth's main regions. By the end of the course, students will have a broader understanding of world geography and its impact on global dynamics.
Honors World Geography
Course Syllabus
This course examines how human behavior is influenced by Earth’s geographic make-up, the active processes of the planet, and Earth’s physical features. Students will study the various nations and cultures that occupy Earth’s diverse continents and regions. In addition to Earth’s lands and oceans, this course explores how its climate and geographical features have shaped the culture and economy of the people in specific regions.
Textbook: World Geography - © Excel Education Systems, Inc. - 2021
Course Objectives:
- Describe ways that the study of geography attempts to organize the world.
- Explain the two main branches of geography and their uses.
- Describe how mapmakers use special kinds of maps to organize the world.
- List and describe Earth’s main energy resources and discuss how they are used.
- Identify the geographical, historical, and cultural characteristics of Earth’s main regions.
- Describe the geography of the world's most popular languages.
Course contents:
Semester A
- Module 1: Study of Geography & Earth Science
- Module 2: Earth Science
- Module 3: World Resources, Biomes, and Culture
- Module 4: The United States and Canada
- Module 5: Mexico and Central America
- Module 6: South America
- Module 7: Europe
- Module 8: Europe (Continued)
- Module 9: The Balkan Countries and Russia
Semester B
- Module 10: Central and Southwest Asia
- Module 11: The Mediterranean and Africa
- Module 12: Africa (Continued)
- Module 13: Australia and New Zealand
- Module 14: The Pacific Islands and India
- Module 15: India (Continued)
- Module 16: China
- Module 17: China (Continued) and Japan
- Module 18: Southeast Asia
Grading Scale
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 60-69%
F = under 59%
Grade Weighting
Unit Quizzes.........................35%
Writing Assignments.........35%
Mid-Term/Final Exams......30%
Total.......................................100%
How Much Does It Cost?
$225
per course
Standard high school courses are priced at an affordable $225 each. This cost-effective rate makes quality education accessible for every student.
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Single course options at Excel High School range in price depending on their difficulty. Single course prices are below:
- Standard High School Courses: $225
- Honors High School Courses: $325
- (AP) High School Courses: $599
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