The Human Planet
Geography for Junior Certificate
Published on 4. March 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
336 pages
978-0-7171-3331-4 (ISBN)
Description
Written so that students can complete the course and also have adequate time left for revision.
Reflects the pattern of questions in recent Junior Certificate examinations.
Strong emphasis on map reading, sketch maps and on the ability to identify important features on aerial photos.
Activity-based learning features throughout the book, with plenty of exercises to suit all levels of ability.
Ideal for mixed-ability classes.
Up-to-date case studies included, with links to selected websites.
Sample answers and exam tips are included.
Additional exercises are available in the separate Human Planet Workbook.
Useful links for Geography students and teachers.
Reflects the pattern of questions in recent Junior Certificate examinations.
Strong emphasis on map reading, sketch maps and on the ability to identify important features on aerial photos.
Activity-based learning features throughout the book, with plenty of exercises to suit all levels of ability.
Ideal for mixed-ability classes.
Up-to-date case studies included, with links to selected websites.
Sample answers and exam tips are included.
Additional exercises are available in the separate Human Planet Workbook.
Useful links for Geography students and teachers.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Dublin
Ireland
Publishing group
Gill
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Dimensions
Height: 277 mm
Width: 219 mm
Weight
864 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7171-3331-4 (9780717133314)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Patrick E. F. O'Dwyer has had many years' experience of teaching and examining geography for both Junior and Leaving Certificate. He is the author of popular revision books for geography in the 'Less Stress More Success' series and has also written Landscapes of the World for Leaving Certificate students.
Content
The Earth in Space
The Earth
Rocks
Understanding Ordnance Survey Maps
Understanding Photographs
Weathering and Erosion
Mass Movement
River Action
Sea Action
Ice Action
Sketch Maps Revisited
Teh Restless Atmosphere
Water and Weather
Climate
The Greenhouse Effect
Climates, People and Natural Regions
Soil and Vegetation
Population Studies
Changes in Popluation Density
Inequality in the World
Voluntary and Foced Migration
Settlement Patterns - Past and Present
Settlement Patterns on Polders in the Netherlands
The Function of Vilages, Towns and Cities
The Functions of Settlements Change over TIme
Communication Links and the Growth of Settlements
Urbanisation - North and South
Patterns in Economic Activities
The 'Haves' and 'Have-nots'
Rich and Poor in European Countries
Can we Solve Economic Inequality?
Revision: Maps and Photographs
The Earth
Rocks
Understanding Ordnance Survey Maps
Understanding Photographs
Weathering and Erosion
Mass Movement
River Action
Sea Action
Ice Action
Sketch Maps Revisited
Teh Restless Atmosphere
Water and Weather
Climate
The Greenhouse Effect
Climates, People and Natural Regions
Soil and Vegetation
Population Studies
Changes in Popluation Density
Inequality in the World
Voluntary and Foced Migration
Settlement Patterns - Past and Present
Settlement Patterns on Polders in the Netherlands
The Function of Vilages, Towns and Cities
The Functions of Settlements Change over TIme
Communication Links and the Growth of Settlements
Urbanisation - North and South
Patterns in Economic Activities
The 'Haves' and 'Have-nots'
Rich and Poor in European Countries
Can we Solve Economic Inequality?
Revision: Maps and Photographs