Section 2-GTR The Geographer’s Craft What are the elements of geography?

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Section 2 Geographers study the location of people and places on Earth’s surface and the patterns in which they are arranged. The Elements of Geography Geographers study the Earth’s physical and human features and the interactions of people, places, and the environment. Absolute Location and Relative Location

Section 2 The Elements of Geography (cont.) Geographers consider six elements: 1.The world in spatial terms—spatial relationships are the links people and places have to one another because of their locations. 2. Places and regions—the surrounding environment and the people who live there determine the unique characteristics of a place. 3. Physical systems—the study of the Earth’s physical features

Section 2 The Elements of Geography (cont.) 4.Human systems—the study of human activities and their relationship to the cultural and physical environments 5. Environment and society—geographers study the ways people use their environment, how and why they change it, and what consequences result from these changes. 6. The uses of geography—geography provides insight into how physical features and living things developed in the past.

Section 2 Geographers use different research methods to conduct their work. Research Methods

Section 2 Research Methods (cont.) The research methods geographers use include: –Direct observation –Mapping –Interviewing –Statistics –The use of technology, including GIS

Section 2 Geography is related to other subject areas such as history and economics. Geography and Other Subjects Geographers use specialized research methods in their work. Skills for Thinking Like a Geographer

Section 2 Geography as a Career (cont.) Geographers use geographic tools and methods to understand: –Historical patterns –Politics and political patterns –Society and culture and their impact on landscape –Economies

Section 2 Geography skills are useful in a variety of jobs and work environments. Geography as a Career Some jobs that require skills in geography include: –Ecologists –Travel agents –Teachers –Writers or editors

Section 2 Geography as a Career (cont.) Different types of geographers include: –Physical –Environmental –Human –Economic –Regional