Grade 8 Geography Global Settlement Patterns and Sustainability

Total Pages: 301 pages
Answer Key: Included with rubric
Teaching Duration: N/A
File Size: 55.37 MB
File Type: Zip

Explore Global Settlement Patterns and the Environment in this Grade 8 Geography Strand A Unit. Transform your classroom into a hub of geographical exploration with this comprehensive resource that fosters curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of global settlement patterns and their environmental consequences. It contains 18 in-depth and engaging lessons that will help make teaching Grade 8 Geography easier. 

• Curriculum Alignment: Aligned with the Ontario Social Studies Curriculum 2023 Grade 8 Geography Strand A.
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Lesson Overview:

1. Why Study Geography?
2. Mapping Skills Review
3. Map of Canada Assignment
4. What is Geography?
5. World Map Assignment
6. Spatial Patterns in Human Settlement Part 1
7. Spatial Patterns in Human Settlement Part 2
8. Settlement Factors
9. Global Settlement Patterns
10. Land Use Case Study: Caledonia, Ontario
11. Mid Unit Test
12. Trends in Human Settlement
13. Environmental Impact of Human Settlement
14. Settlement Issues
15. Sustainable Settlements
16. Community Sustainability Audit
17. Geography Inquiry on Land Reclamation or Land Use Conflicts
18. Unit Test

Do you have students working below grade level? Check out this modified unit - Grade 8 Geography Strand A Modified Unit that compliments this bundle. 

Resource Includes:

• 18 Engaging Lessons: Each lesson is thoughtfully crafted to keep your students excited and eager to learn about the world around them.
• MP3 Audio Files: Foster an in-depth learning experience with audio files that reinforces key concepts.
• Daily Lesson Plans: Stay organized and on track with easy-to-follow lesson plans, saving you valuable time in preparation.
• Student Choice: Empower your students to take charge of their learning with opportunities for choice and exploration.
• Differentiated Tasks: Address diverse learning needs in your classroom with tailored activities.
• Inquiry Learning: Encourage critical thinking and investigation skills through captivating inquiry-based activities.
• Graphic Organizers: Visual aids that help students better understand complex topics and organize their thoughts.
• Summative Assessment: Evaluate your students' progress effectively with comprehensive summative assessments.
• Assessment Rubrics: Clear and detailed rubrics for hassle-free grading and feedback.
• Answer Keys: Conveniently access answers to save time and maintain accuracy during grading.
• Google Slides™ of Student Pages: Seamlessly integrate this resource into online learning environments like Google Classroom for enhanced accessibility and convenience.
• Individual PDFs of Student Pages for Google Classroom™: Seamlessly transition to online learning by posting individual PDFs for easy access and submission.

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Notes: Regular and reliable internet is required for this unit. Research is not included for inquiry stations. Students must gather the research themselves from a textbook, non-fiction books, or online sources. This resource is not editable.

Additional Geography Resources

• Grade 8 Geography Strand B
• Use these Grade 8 Geography Report Card Comments