Geography Major with Teacher Certification in Social Studies (Preschool-Grade 12) (B.A.) - Undergraduate - 2010 University Catalog

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Students who wish to pursue P-12 teacher certification in Social Studies must apply to and be admitted to the Teacher Education Program. Please visit the Teacher Education Program Web site for the required professional sequence of courses and other important Program requirements, guidelines, and procedures. Students are strongly advised to review the Teacher Education Program Handbook. The course SOSC 401 Methods of Teaching Social Studies is the departmental requirement.

The social studies teacher is expected to have a broad understanding of the cultural and environmental factors which shape the individual and society. To meet the approved program for certification in social studies, course work is required in each of the following: anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science and sociology. A detailed description of the requirements is available in the office of the Social Studies Teacher Education Coordinator in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.

GEOGRAPHY MAJOR

Complete 36 semester hours including the following 2 requirement(s):

  1. REQUIRED COURSES

    Complete the following 2 requirement(s):

    1. Complete the following 9 courses for 27 semester hours:

      EUGS 100 Principles of Geography 3
      EUGS 101 Human Geography 3
      EUGS 102 World Geography 3
      EUGS 206 Introduction to American Urban Studies 3
      EUGS 208 Land and Life in Latin America 3
      EUGS 270 Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing 3
      EUGS 309 Research Methods 3
      EUGS 312 Historical Geography of the United States 3
      EUGS 412 Geography of Sub-Sahara Africa 3

    2. Complete 1 course from the following for 3 semester hours:

      EUGS 464 Senior Seminar in Urban Study (Urban Studies Internship) 3
      EUGS 466 Senior Seminar Geography 3

  2. ELECTIVES

    Complete 6 semester hours from the following:

Course Descriptions:

EUGS100: Principles of Geography

The course studies the major elements of the natural environment and their interrelation. The principles and processes essential to the understanding of the natural environmental system and their significance are stressed. The elements studied include: atmosphere, weather and climate, continents, landforms, river systems, ocean currents and tides, soils, vegetation, animal and marine life. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Interdisciplinary Core, Scientific Issues. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Natural/Physical Science, Non-laboratory Science only. 3 sh.

EUGS101: Human Geography

Human Geography presents the interaction of culture and environment. Variations in environment and culture result in great differences how culture is imprinted upon the environment. The role of politics, language, religion, economics, urban systems, and technology reveal the relative intensity with which culture roots in nature. Emphasis is upon culture as a force that shapes the human use of the earth. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Social Science, Social Science. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Social Science, Survey Course. 3 sh.

EUGS102: World Geography

World geography aims to present essential facts and concepts about the natural and human environment of major regions and countries. The course presents a picture of regions as developed through the interactions of natural, cultural, economic and political forces. Geopolitical, social and economic relationships between and among countries are studied. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Social Science, Social Science. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Social Science, Topic Course. 3 sh.

EUGS206: Introduction to American Urban Studies

An interdisciplinary introduction to the development of American cities and their suburbs, with an emphasis on current patterns of urbanism and urbanization. The growth and evolution of metropolitan systems, urban-suburban ecology, and planning responses to critical metropolitan issues. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Social Science, Social Science. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Social Science, Topic Course. Meets the World Languages and Cultures Requirement - World Cultures. 3 sh.

EUGS208: Land and Life in Latin America

"Land and Life in Latin America" is a regional survey course that explores and explains the physical-human interface and the constantly changing environmental societal needs. The course focuses on the functional processes that mold contemporary states and regional realignments. Emphasis is upon environmental conservation, demographic transitions, the role of culture and politics to foster a viable ecumene. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Social Science, Social Science. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Social Science, Topic Course. Meets the World Languages and Cultures Requirement - World Cultures. 3 sh.

EUGS270: Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing

Introduces the basic principles of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing. Focus on digital cartographic science, graphic design, spatial data and image portrayal and inquiry, map overlays, and applications. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: EUGS100, EUGS101, EUGS102, EUGS206, GEOS107, GEOS112, GEOS125 or ENVR109; plus either CMPT109 or CMPT183.

EUGS309: Research Methods

The course introduces a widely used statistical package to analyze data. The application and interpretation of results of frequently used statistical techniques remains the primary focus. Survey research techniques are stressed. All the steps in the completion of a research project are emphasized. Meets the University Writing Requirement for GEEN, GEOG, GGED and GEUR majors. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Junior or senior status or permission of the instructor.

EUGS312: Historical Geography of the United States

The slow pace of settlement of the Eastern Seaboard and the development of distinctive culture hearths prior to 1800; the rapid settlement and diffusion of culture traits in the area beyond the Appalachians since 1800. Cross listed with History, HIST 312. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Junior or senior status or permission of the instructor.

EUGS412: Geography of Sub-Sahara Africa

Topical and regional study of African soils, vegetation, climate, physiography, mineral resources and other aspects of the physical environment in the light of man's habitation of the continent. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Social Science, Non-Western Cultural Perspectives. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Junior or senior status or permission of the instructor.

EUGS464: Senior Seminar in Urban Study (Urban Studies Internship)

A seminar to be taken in conjunction with the urban studies semester internship, and designed as a synthesis of the various approaches in urban studies which the student has acquired in previous urban-related courses. Each semester the seminar focuses upon a specific in-the-field research project, and an analysis and evaluation of the student's internship experience. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Departmental approval.

EUGS466: Senior Seminar Geography

The course provides students with the tools and experience to develop and complete a geographic research project from start to finish. Students will be introduced to issues associated with becoming a professional geographer. Students will produce a senior thesis. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Senior status only.

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