Regional Geography: Africa · Weeks 28-36

Development and Challenges in Africa

Investigating issues of economic development, health, conflict, and resource management across the African continent.

Key Questions

  1. Analyze the geographic factors contributing to uneven development across Africa.
  2. Evaluate the effectiveness of different approaches to addressing health crises in the region.
  3. Design sustainable development initiatives for a specific African country.

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Eco.14.9-12C3: D2.Geo.11.9-12
Grade: 11th Grade
Subject: Geography
Unit: Regional Geography: Africa
Period: Weeks 28-36

Suggested Methodologies

Problem-Based Learning

Tackle open-ended problems without predetermined solutions

35–60 min

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Case Study Analysis

Deep dive into a real-world case with structured analysis

30–50 min

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