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SUMMARY:Teaching Geography with Purpose: Strategies\, Resources\, and Real Classroom Insights
DESCRIPTION:Summary\nThis interactive workshop is designed for preservice and new to the classroom teachers who want to build confidence and creativity in teaching geography. Participants will explore practical\, engaging strategies for bringing geographic concepts to life in diverse classroom settings. The session emphasizes active learning\, critical thinking\, and real-world connections that help students understand the importance of geography in their daily lives. \nThe workshop will feature a classroom teacher panel\, where experienced educators share insights\, challenges\, and successful approaches from their own practice. Preservice teachers will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain valuable perspectives on effective geography instruction. \nParticipants will also engage in hands-on activities that model inquiry-based learning\, map skills development\, and the integration of technology and interdisciplinary connections. These activities are designed to be adaptable across grade levels and classroom contexts. \nIn addition\, attendees will receive and explore a curated collection of ready-to-use resources\, including lesson ideas\, digital tools\, and assessment strategies. Time will be provided for sharing ideas and collaborating with peers to build a supportive professional network. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will leave with practical tools\, fresh ideas\, and increased confidence to design meaningful and engaging geography learning experiences for their future students. \nSession Focus\nPreservice Educators | Technology | Inquiry \nConference Room\nRobins Family Forum Theater \nMeet the Presenter\nJulie Wakefield
URL:https://ncge.org/event/teaching-geography-with-purpose-strategies-resources-and-real-classroom-insights/
LOCATION:Conference Room: Robins Family Forum Theater
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