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AP Human Geography
An engaging AP exam prep and full online course that covers topics such as population, migration, culture, and more!
Created byErin Bennett
Last updated 10/2024
English
What you'll learn
- Identify types of maps, the types of information presented in maps, and different kinds of spatial patterns and relationships portrayed in maps.
- Identify different methods of geographic data collection.
- Define scales of analysis used by geographers.
- Describe different ways that geographers define regions.
- Define methods geographers use to calculate population density.
- Explain ways that geographers depict and analyze population composition.
- Explain theories of population growth and decline.
- Explain the causes and consequences of an aging population.
- Explain how different causal factors encourage migration.
- Describe types of forced and voluntary migration.
- Explain how landscape features and land and resource use reflect cultural beliefs and identities.
- Explain patterns and landscapes of language, religion, ethnicity, and gender.
- Define the types of cultural diffusion.
- Explain what factors lead to the diffusion of universalizing and ethnic religions.
- For world political maps: Define the different types of political entities and identify a contemporary example of political entities.
- Explain the processes that have shaped contemporary political geography.
- Describe the concepts of political power and territoriality as used by geographers.
- Define types of political boundaries used by geographers.
- Explain how the concepts of centrifugal and centripetal forces apply at the state scale.
- Explain the connection between physical geography and agricultural practices.
- Identify different rural settlement patterns and methods of surveying rural settlements.
- Identify major centers of domestication of plants and animals.
- Explain how plants and animals diffused globally.
- Explain the advances and impacts of the second agricultural revolution.
- Explain the consequences of the Green Revolution on food supply and the environment in the developing world.
- Explain how economic forces influence agricultural practices.
- Describe how the von Thünen model is used to explain patterns of agricultural production at various scales.
- Explain how agricultural practices have environmental and societal consequences.
- Explain the processes that initiate and drive urbanization and suburbanization.
- Explain the internal structure of cities using various models and theories.
- Explain the effects of different urban design initiatives and practices.
- Explain how the Industrial Revolution facilitated the growth and diffusion of industrialization.
- Explain the spatial patterns of industrial sectors, production, and development.
- Describe social and economic measures of development.
- Explain how and to what extent changes in economic development have contributed to gender parity.
- Explain different theories of economic and social development.
- Explain how sustainability principles relate to and impact industrialization and spatial development.
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Course content
28 sections • 33 lectures • 1h 21m total length
Requirements
- No prior experience or specific geographic knowledge is required to begin this course. All materials are explained clearly, making it accessible for a wide range of learners.
Description
Are you preparing for the AP Human Geography exam or looking to deepen your understanding of human geography concepts? This comprehensive course is designed for students who want to excel in AP Human Geography and beyond.
In this course, you’ll explore key topics such as:
Population & Migration: Understand population growth, migration patterns, and demographic changes across the globe.
Cultural Patterns: Dive into languages, religions, and cultural identities that shape human experiences.
Urbanization & Development: Examine how cities grow and evolve and analyze economic systems and levels of development.
Political Organization: Learn about the formation of countries, boundaries, and the impact of political systems on global relations.
Agriculture & Rural Land Use: Explore farming practices and how food production impacts society and the environment.
Key features of this course include:
In-depth lessons that align with the College Board AP Human Geography curriculum.
Exam-focused content to help you succeed on the AP exam
Interactive quizzes and assignments to test your knowledge
Real-world case studies that bring human geography concepts to life
Practice tests and review materials to help you master every unit
Whether you're a homeschooler or lifelong learner this course will prepare you for both the AP exam and a deeper understanding of how geography shapes the world around us.
+ People aged 18-21 can still take the official AP exam as long as they have not already started college. Please note that you will need to sign up for the official College Board AP Exam separately from this course.
Who this course is for:
- Primarily aimed at students preparing for the AP Human Geography exam, whether enrolled in a traditional classroom setting or studying independently.
- Those who prefer to study at their own pace, with flexible access to the course materials and exam prep resources to accommodate different learning styles and schedules.
- Parents and homeschool educators looking for a structured, high-quality curriculum to guide their learners through the essential topics of AP Human Geography.
- Anyone with an interest in human geography and related subjects, who is looking to expand their understanding of population trends, urbanization, cultural landscapes, political geography, and more.