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Peer reviewedKing, Russell – Teaching Geography, 1979
Recounts criticisms of regional geography and points out three reasons for retaining it: growth of regional science, area studies, and regional planning. Evaluates Southern Italy as an example of the uses of regional analyses. For journal availability, see SO 507 291. (Author/CK)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Case Studies, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedStephenson, Larry K. – Journal of Geography in Higher Education, 1979
One way geographical educators can help local communities understand their environment is to offer a course focusing on local regional geography using the concept of regional synthesis. Describes specific mechanics and evaluates short-term outcomes of such a course in Hawaii. Discusses potential uses. Journal availability: see SO 507 262.…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Area Studies, Case Studies, College Faculty
