|
KENNESAW
STATE UNIVERSITY
College
of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Geography and Anthropology Fall Semester 2009 I. COURSE NUMBER: Geography 3310/01 COURSE TITLE: Historical Geography II. INSTRUCTOR: Dr. H. R. Trendell (Dr. T) OFFICE: Social Science Bldg. - Room 4046 (SO - 4046) OFFICE PHONE: (770) 423 -6240 OFFICE HOURS: TTh 11:00AM-12:00 Noon; TTh 3:30-4:30 PM (Other times and days by appointment) E-MAIL ADDRESS: htrendel@kennesaw.edu & VISTA e-mail WEB PAGE: http://ksuweb.kennesaw.edu/~htrendel/ DEPARTMENT: Geography & Anthropology Office: SO 4042 Phone (678) 797-2373 III. CLASS MEETING: Time: Tue/Thur 5:00 AM – 6:15 PM Room: Social Science 2030 (SO 2030) IV. TEXTS: Atlas of Exploration (2nd Ediiton). Oxford Univ. Press (2008) Women of Discovery. Polk and Tiegreen. Random House, Inc.: The Mariner’s Museum (free website) http://www.mariner.org/exploration/index.php V. CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION: A global approach to the study of the geographic factors affecting historical events associated with the human exploration and settlement of the planet. The influence of geography on economic and political changes overtime will be reviewed for selected historical phenomena. VI. PURPOSE/RATIONALE: Historical Geography acquaints the student with the spatial aspects of historical events through the application of geographic concepts and cartographic principles to the study of past human endeavors and undertakings. KNOWLEDGE BASE: The content of this course is based on an analysis of historical events as developed in the text, through the examination of maps, and through individual and group research efforts. USE OF TECHNOLOGY: A multi-media approach will be used throughout the course to reinforce various physical and cultural factors from a geographic perspective. Students will be required to utilize various mapping techniques in the presentation of their research findings. Students are required to demonstrate evidence of INTERNET search competency. MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION: A global approach to historical geography will infuse a multicultural understanding of human and ethnic interactions throughout history and on the several continents due to human exploration of the planet. VII. COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES: This course is designed to: 1. Assist the student in the use of geographic concepts to analyze historical events. 2. Stimulate student interest in world affairs through the historical knowledge of human interaction and exploration of the earth 3. Familiarize the student with the role of geography in the shaping of historical events. 4. Facilitate understanding of the interplay of political, economics, and geographic factors in world history from a spatial perspective. 5. Present a specific body of knowledge regarding the past human occupance and exploration of this planet. VIII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS/ASSIGNMENTS: 1. Essay and identification questions from lectures and the text will be found on the examinations. Map quizzes will be given periodically throughout the semester, either as take home quiz, or in class quiz which may NOT be made up due to the logistics of scheduling make-up quizzes. 2. Failure to take required exams or complete the projects will result in a failing or an incomplete grade being submitted depending upon circumstances. 3. Students are urged to be present for examinations and presentations, documented medical excuses will be required in the event of absences. 4. Term papers may be individual or group efforts. Individuals will choose an explorer NOT on the "Reserved for Professor List." Students will submit an 8-10 page research paper on any topic of their choosing which is related to Historical Geography and of particular interest to them. Groups of 2 or 3 will choose a region of the earth, discuss its physical geography and identify how it was explored, by whom, and how these persons expanded human geographic understanding over time (2 students 11-13 pages; 3 students 14-16 pages). The major emphasis will be presenting a cohesive, well-written statement of the status of your chosen topic without turning it into just a review of the literature. You should be able to communicate your opinions and perceptions of your topic which have been changed or developed as a result of your research. Also offer a critical evaluation of the phenomenon you studied. Include a bibliography with your paper of at "least"12 sources (18 for two person or 24 for three person projects). Each project must have one or more maps included. SEE the "Term Paper Info" supplement on the VISTA homepage for this course. 5. A presentation of research findings will be made to the class by both individuals and groups for analysis and open discussion by the class. 6. Consult with the instructor if you have questions or any problems with your research. 7. Late projects will be downgraded 10% per class meeting. 8. Lectures will not specifically follow the layout of the text, but reading the text will serve to provide the student with a basis for class discussion and participation. 9. Students will make use of INTERNET to complete an information gathering internet interaction IX. ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT: Every KSU student is responsible for upholding the provisions of the Student Code of Conduct, as published in the Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs. Section II of the Student Code of Conduct addresses the University's policy on academic honesty, including provisions regarding plagiarism and cheating, unauthorized access to University materials, misrepresentation/falsification of University records or academic work, malicious removal, retention, or destruction of library materials, malicious/intentional misuse of computer facilities and/or services, and misuse of student identification cards. Incidents of alleged academic misconduct will be handled through the established procedures of the University Judiciary Program, which includes either an "informal" resolution by a faculty member, resulting in a grade adjustment, or a formal hearing procedure, which may subject a student to the Code of Conduct's minimum one semester suspension requirement. X. SPECIAL NEEDS Please contact the instructor immediately if you have or think you may have a disability or medical condition which may affect your performance, attendance, or grades in this class Accommodations are arranged on an individualized, as-needed basis through the KSU disAbled Student Support Services. XI. EVALUATION AND GRADING: Hour Exam #1 = 15% Hour Exam #2 = 15% Map Quizes (three) = 10% Internet Research Project = 10% Attendance/Participation (See Attendance Policy) = 5% Term Paper (25% paper + 5% presentation) = 30% Final Exam = 15% TOTAL GRADE 100% XII. ATTENDANCE POLICY: The instructor expects promptness and regular class attendance as an courtesy to himself and the other students. The sharing of “geographic” experiences and viewing the several visual aids presented is critical to the totality of the educational experience in this class. Attendance will be taken periodically throughout the semester and will be a part of your total grade. You must be present at the time the roll is taken. Only official medical excuses accepted. XIII. CLASS DISRUPTIONS: Please TURN OFF all laptop computers, cell phones (this includes text messaging), beepers, video games, blue tooth and blackberry paraphernalia and I-pods before class starts. The use of laptop computers has proven to be a disturbance to students (keyboard noise) and a distraction (surfing the web during class while other students watched). Continuous violation of this request will result in the student being barred from attending class. If you have to leave class for any reason take all your belongings with you and do not return as a courtesy to the class and the instructor. Going and coming while class is in session is unacceptable. XIV. COURSE OUTLINE: Women of Discovery (WD); Atlas of Exploration (AE) Date Topics Reading 08/18 Introduction & Review of Spatial Concepts ----------- 08/20 Human Population of the Earth WD 14-30; AE 8-35 08/25 History of Map Making WD 32-42; 08/27 Video: Between Heaven and Earth WD 47-65; AE 36-63 09/01 Mesopotamia and Egypt WD 66-78; 09/03 Ancient Empires of the Fertile Crescent WD 81-92; AE 64-89 09/08 Greek & Hellenic Geography (Map Quiz #1) WD 99-107; 09/10 Classical Greek Influence on Geography WD 109-116; AE 90-115 * Internet Research Assignment due ------------ 09/15 Ancient Rome WD 121-129; 09/17 Hour Exam #1 ------------ 09/22 Geographic Exploration in the Middle Ages WD 132-141; AE 1 16-145 09/24 No class: Library Research Day 09/29 Muslim Geography and the Crusades WD 145-151; 10/01 Renaissance Geography in Europe WD 153-161; AE 146-171 10/06 Video: Secrets of the Sea WD 165-171 10/08 Portuguese Exploration WD 172-176 10/13 Spanish Exploration (Map Quiz #2) WD 177-181; 10/15 North American Exploration WD 184-189; AE 172-197 10/20 Video: Staking a Claim WD 190-194; 10/22 Hour Exam #2 ------------- 10/27 Pacific Ocean WD 197-205; 10/29 Exploration of Australia WD 209-216; AE 198-209 11/03 Video: Empire WD 220-225; 11/05 Exploration of Africa WD 229-231; 11/10 Polar Exploration North WD 233-236 AE 210-231 11/12 Polar Exploration South (Map Quiz #3) ------------ 11/17 Research Presentations ------------ 11/19 Research Presentations (Term Papers Due) ------------ 11/24 Research Presentations ------------ 11/26 Fall Break No Class ------------ 12/ 01 Research Presentations ------------ 12/03 Research Presentations ------------ 12/10 FINAL EXAM Thursday at 2:00 PM (two hours) Note: The instructor reserves the right to alter this outline (except for the final exam) as circumstances of the course and weather dictate. XV. REFERENCES: **Egyptology http://www.civilization.ca/civil/egypt/egypte.html#menu ***Discovery Website: http://www.win.tue.nl/cs/fm/engels/discovery/index.html Atlas of American History. (1984) New York: Scribner. Baker, Alan R.H. (1972) Progress in Historical Geography. New York: Wiley - Interscience. Baker, J.V.L. (1967) A History of Geographical Discovery. New York: Cooper Square Publishers. Boorstin, Daniel J (1983) The Discoverers: A History of Man's Search to Know His World and Himself. New York: Random House. Cottler, J. and Jaffe, H. (1937) Map Makers. Boston: Little Brown. Freeman-Greenville, G.S.P. (1991) The New Atlas of African History. New York: Simon and Schuster. Leithauser, Joachim G. (1955) Worlds Beyond the Horizon. New York: Alfred A. Knopf Martin, Geoffrey J. and James, Preston E. (1993) All Possible Worlds: A History of Geographical Ideas. (3rd Edition) New York: John Wiley & Sons. Meer, Frederick van der (1960) Atlas of Western Civilization. Princeton, NJ: Van Nostrand. Morison, Samuel Eliot (1978) The Great Explorers: The European Discovery of America. New York: Oxford University Press. Owen, Roderic (1979) Great Explorers. New York: Mayflower Books. Pounds, Norman J.G. (1990) An Historical Geography of Europe. New York: Cambridge University Press. Rand McNally Atlas of World History. (1992) Chicago: Rand McNally. Sellman, Richard R. (1970) An Outline Atlas of World History. London: Edward Arnold. Terrae Incognitae: The Journal of the History of Discoveries. |