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The Delaware Geography Standards

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The Delaware Geography Standards

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    1. The Delaware Geography Standards An overview Maggie Legates, Coordinator Delaware Geographic Alliance

    2. Geography looks at events in spatial terms… If events or features are mapped, what patterns emerge? How can analysis of patterns inform decision making?

    4. Geography has an environmental perspective. Geographers look at the earth and it’s physical systems in relationship to humans and their activity.

    5. Standard One: Students will develop a personal geographic framework or “mental map”, and understand the uses of maps and other geo-graphics.

    6. Mental maps are a lifelong learning project- not a grammar school exercise! Suggested strategies for teachers at all levels: Have students make sketch maps Keep map portfolios, reflections and revisions Have students critique map distortions…

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