Spring 2022 - GEOG 100 D100

Our World: Introducing Human Geography (3)

Class Number: 4737

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 22, 2022
    Fri, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    Nicholas Blomley
    blomley@sfu.ca
    1 778 782-3713
    Office: RCB 7131

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A geographical introduction to how humans shape our world, with attention also given to how it shapes us. Themes may include: culture, economic activities, environmental change, globalization, politics, population, resources, and urbanization. Breadth-Humanities/Social Sciences.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course provides an introduction to human geography and offers tools and concepts for understanding our dynamic world. We will explore the nature and diversity of human geography and develop an appreciation for the world we live in as well as for the reciprocal relationships that exist between people and places. This course provides insights into contemporary global issues such as economic development and poverty; culture and identity; human-environment interactions; and cities and urbanization. These issues will be explored from a geographical perspective and will allow students to engage with some of ‘big questions’ of the day, such as sustainability and globalization.

The goal is to introduce students both to how geographers think, and what they think about. The class welcomes undergraduate students in all fields of study. It is designed to prepare those who will continue in the geography program, while also providing non-geographers with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of geographic thinking.

Spring 2022 courses will be delivered in person based on information available at the time of publishing the outline; please note the delivery mode is subject to change following Provincial Health Officer (PHO) and/or SFU recommendations and orders.

Grading

  • • Online homework and quizzes 20%
  • • 5 in-class mini-papers 10%
  • • Midterm 30%
  • • Final 40%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Human Geography: Places and Regions in Global Context, Updated Fifth Canadian Edition (Paul Knox, Sallie Marston & Michael Imort) Pearson eText

Mastering Geography Standalone Access Card -- for Human Geography: Places and Regions in Global Context

Mastering + etext = ISBN-13: 9780134845340

Available in SFU Bookstore


ISBN: 9780134845340

Registrar Notes:

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.