Course Syllabus
Syllabus World Geography B
Welcome
Welcome to World Geography B! We’re so glad you’re here.
Every lesson is designed to help you grow as a thinker, problem solver, and global learner. As a Mizzou Academy global student, you will complete lessons and assignments on your own schedule, interacting with course content, participating in interactives, and completing practice activities, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams.
To stay on track, we recommend using a pacing guide. You can find more information about pacing in the Course Resources section, along with helpful tools, technology support, and tips for online learning success.
As you begin, remember that online learning requires both independence and communication. Be curious, stay organized, and don’t hesitate to reach out to your teacher if you need support.
We’re excited to learn with you, and we’re happy you’re part of our Mizzou Academy community!
Pacing
This course can be completed in as few as six weeks or take up to 6 months (180 calendar days). The six weeks are counted from the date of the first lesson submission and not the date of enrollment.
This course is asynchronous, meaning you can complete lessons and assignments at your own pace.
Most students spend approximately 10 hours per lesson interacting with course content, participating in interactive activities, and completing practice exercises, as well as drafting and revising assignments, preparing for quizzes and assessments, and taking exams. Your time may vary depending on your goals and learning style.
We encourage you to work at a consistent pace, allowing time to absorb new ideas, build skills, and reflect on what you’ve learned. Use a pacing guide to plan ahead, stay organized, and finish strong.
Course Description
World Geography B takes students on a journey around the Eastern Hemisphere. With a focus on physical and human geography, you will learn about a region's history as well as examine its political, economic, and cultural characteristics. Oceania, Asia, Africa, and Antarctica are the continents introduced in this course.
Course Essential Questions
- How does geography shape the development of people, cultures, and civilizations across the Eastern Hemisphere?
- How do people adapt to, depend on, and modify their environment in different regions of the world?
- How can geographers use maps, data, and geographic inquiry to understand human and physical geography?
Course Overview
World Geography B |
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Lesson |
Objectives |
Quiz |
Assignment |
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1: Introduction to Geography |
1.1 Explain the purpose of studying geography 1.2 Identify the tools of geography 1.3 Relate location to longitude and latitude 1.4 Differentiate between physical and human geography 1.5 Describe the 5 Themes of Geography 1.6 Define the three I’s of geographic literacy 1.7 Summarize the concept of global citizenship |
10 MCQ |
N/A |
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2: Tools of Geographic Inquiry |
2.1 Explain the steps of geographic inquiry. 2.2 Identify different types of maps and predict their uses. 2.3 Assess multiple maps and resources to form an argument. |
N/A |
Lesson 2 Assignment: Endangered Places |
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3: The Earth |
3.1 Explain the Earth’s relationship to the rest of the solar system. 3.2 Describe the parts of the Earth. 3.3 Discuss how internal and external forces shape Earth’s surface. |
10 MCQ |
N/A |
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4: Sub-Saharan Africa |
4.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of Sub-Saharan Africa. 4.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 4.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 4.4 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship |
10 MCQ |
N/A |
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5: North Africa |
5.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of North Africa. 5.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 5.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 5.4 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship |
10 MCQ |
N/A |
Midterm Exam - 2 partsPart 1: Writing Assignment Part 2: Objective Questions - 40 MCQ |
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6: Southwest Asia |
6.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of Southwest Aia. 6.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 6.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 6.4 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship |
10 MCQ |
N/A |
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7: Eastern Asia |
7.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of East and Southeast Asia. 7.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 7.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 7.4 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship |
N/A |
Lesson 7 Assignment: The Silk Road Today |
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8: Southeast Asia |
8.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of South Asia. 8.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 8.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 8.3 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship. |
10 MCQ |
N/A |
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9: Oceania |
9.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of Oceania. 9.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 9.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 9.4 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship |
N/A |
Lesson 9 Assignment: Exploring Garbage Patches |
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10: Australia and Antarctica |
10.1 Describe important physical and human geographic features of Australia and Antarctica. 10.2 Use maps, satellite images, photographs, and other representations to explain relationships between the locations of places and regions and their political, cultural, and economic dynamics. 10.3 Evaluate the impact of human settlement activities on the environmental and cultural characteristics of specific places and regions. 10.4 Develop a position that demonstrates the tenets of geographic literacy and global citizenship |
N/A |
N/A |
Final Exam - 2 partsPart 1: Writing Assignment Part 2: Objective Questions - 40 MCQ |
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Grades
Your final grade will be based on the number of points you earn on submitted work and exams. The available points are distributed as follows:
| Source | Available Points |
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| Lesson Assignments | 75 |
| Lesson Quizzes | 60 |
| Midterm Exam | 80 |
| Final Exam | 85 |
| Total | 300 |
Textbook & Technology Requirements
To fully participate, make sure you have:
- A computer that meets our Mizzou Academy technology requirements
- A microphone and webcam for recording audio and video assignments
- Any other required textbooks or materials for the course
Accessibility
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Course Summary:
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