GPHY 141GA - Geography of World Regions

Credit(s): 3

A survey of world geographical regions, including the unique physical environment, population and settlement patterns, cultural diversity, political systems and economic and social status. Focus is on globalization, its effect on the region’s environment, politics and economics, and how the regions affect globalization trends. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

Demonstrate awareness of the self as a member of a multicultural global community.
Evaluate multiple perspectives to arrive at and articulate his or her own conclusion.
Identify examples of cultural and economic globalization and diversity within each world region and between regions.
For each major world regions (North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, Southwest Asia and North Africa, Europe, the Russian domain, Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia):
Locate major physical features, countries and cities.
Identify major physical features, climate patterns and current environmental issues.
Describe urban and rural population, settlement and migration patterns.
Understand the evolution of major cultural patterns in the region, especially religion and language.
Describe major geopolitical issues.
Identify general patterns of economic and social development.
Communicate an understanding of geography topics, in written and/or oral form.