Teaching Secondary Geography
Teaching Secondary Geography by Malcolm McInerney, published by Cambridge University Press on December 13, 2021, is a comprehensive resource designed for pre-service teachers. This new edition, comprising 280 pages, explores the multifaceted nature of geography, emphasizing both theoretical and practical aspects of teaching the subject. The book aligns with the Australian Curriculum and the Professional Standards for Teaching School Geography, providing a structured approach to understanding spatial and human-environment relationships.
Readers will find a wealth of information on essential geographical knowledge and skills, including data analysis, graphicacy, fieldwork, and the use of spatial technology. Each chapter includes short-answer and ‘Pause and Think’ questions to deepen comprehension, along with ‘Bringing It Together’ review questions to reinforce learning. The text also features classroom scenarios and various information boxes that connect students to supplementary material, making it a valuable tool for those pursuing careers in education, particularly in the fields of geography and earth sciences.
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Geography is not only the study of the surface of the planet and the exploration of spatial and human – environment relationships, but also a way of thinking about the world. Guided by the Australian Curriculum and the Professional Standards for Teaching School Geography (GEOGstandards), Teaching Secondary Geography provides a comprehensive introduction to both the theory and practice of teaching Geography. This text covers fundamental geographical knowledge and skills, such as working with data, graphicacy, fieldwork and spatial technology, and provides practical guidance on teaching them in the classroom. Each chapter features short-answer and ‘Pause and Think’ questions to enhance understanding of key concepts, and ‘Bringing It Together’ review questions to consolidate learning. Classroom scenarios and a range of information boxes are provided throughout to connect students to additional material. Written by an author team with extensive teaching experience, Teaching Secondary Geography is an exemplary resource for pre-service teachers.
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