Why study Geography and Regions?

Geography is the study of humans and people through space, throughout time, and how those spaces have shaped history.

What Is Geography?

According to National Geographic, geography is the “study of places and the relationships between people and their environments

Connecting With Space And Place

Geography is all about connections of humans with spaces and places. Geography seeks to understand how physical landscapes shape human history.

Studying Geographical Regions And Cultures

Human geography is an important part of geography. Knowing the relationships between cultures, and why they exist at all is vital in our understanding of ourselves

Why Study Geography?

1. Space Vs. Place Awareness

Studying geography helps us to have an awareness of a place. All places and spaces have a history behind them, shaped by humans, earth, and climate. Studying geography gives a meaning and awareness to places and spaces.

Physical Geography: This is the study of the physical makeup of a land. It can include climate, landforms, soil and growth, bodies of waters, and natural resources.

Human Geography: Human geography, on the other hand, includes the study of people and culture and how they are distributed across the world.

2. Learn The Course Of History

Geography puts history in context. It helps us see the why, when, and how of what happened in history. You’ll learn history better by learning geography.

3. Putting The News In Context

If you don’t know where something is or the physical context it’s in, how can you understand what is being reported on the news? Studying geography will make you better understand current events.

4. Making Sense Of Cultures

 

Studying geography will help you make sense of and appreciate different cultures.. Learning about land, resource availability, and how that has shaped a culture to be the way it is today helps you understand the uniqueness of a culture.

Importance of Geography

The study of geography helps us to understand relationships between cultures. Ultimately, this leads to a more accepting and culturally aware society.