World Issues: A Geographic Analysis

This course examines global issues through the lens of geographic analysis. Students will investigate environmental, economic, political, and social issues that affect people and the planet, and will develop geographic inquiry skills to analyze global challenges and potential solutions.

Unit 1: Geographic Inquiry and Global Systems

Students review geographic inquiry methods and examine global systems that influence human and environmental interactions.

Unit 2: Global Environmental Challenges

Students investigate issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental sustainability.

Unit 3: Economic Development and Inequality

Students explore patterns of global economic development and examine disparities between regions.

Unit 4: Population and Urbanization

Students analyze population trends and the challenges associated with urban growth and migration.

Unit 5: Globalization and Interdependence

Students examine how globalization influences trade, culture, and political relationships between countries.

Unit 6: Culminating Geographic Investigation

Students complete an inquiry project examining a major global issue using geographic tools and evidence.