Use for explaining the geographic scope of AP Wiorld History (revised curriculum framework)

1. GEOGRAPHICAL COVERAGE

2. WHY GEOGRAPHY? Students need basic geographical knowledge in order to understand world history Two maps give us a starting point

3. MAP ONE: A BIG PICTURE VIEW Five major geographical regions: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania Balanced geographical coverage Not more than 20% of the course devoted to Europe

4. MAP TWO: A CLOSER VIEW Various sub regions within the five major geographical regions Examples: North America, East Asia, Middle East, and etc

5. GEOSPATIAL AWARENESS (HOW PLACES RELATE TO OTHER PLACES) Geographical awareness is fundamental knowledge necessary for students to build an understanding of cross-cultural contacts, trade routes, migrations, and etc. which make up the key concepts of this course Students will encounter these place names on the AP World History Exam