Methods in Geography

Objectives

1. Understand the concepts of geographic analysis;

2. Knowledge on Geography’s methodological framework

3. Identify the sources of information, the techniques for collection and treatment of spatial data;

4. Knowledge about resources and learning strategies in Geography;

5. Promote educational experiences on research methods, compilation and analysis of geographic information.

Program

1. Theoretical Framework

2. Research methods in geography

3. Types of spatial data

4. Sources of geography information

5. Procedures for collecting geographic data

6. Geographic information treatment methods

7. Representation methods and analysis of geographic data

8. Use of technological resources

9. Development of practical exercises

Teaching Methodologies

The teaching methodology is based on the realization of dynamic classes in which students have an active role in their learning process. In theoretical sessions exhibition methods are adopted, supported by texts and audio-visual materials. In practical classes the methodologies that lead to experimental research are valued: guided discovery, by promoting discussion of ideas on current topics, using newspapers, radio, television and other media; holding presentations and practical work (individual / group) involving literature, internet, statistics, etc..; observation and interpretation of facts or phenomena using geographical maps, charts and images of reality or observation (fieldwork).

Bibliography

Basil Gomez & John Paul Jones, 2010. Research Methods in Geography: a critical introduction. John Wiley & Sons.

Vesentini, J. William, 2004. O Ensino de Geografia no século XXI. Papirus Editora.

Gill Valentine, Shaun French & Nicholas Clifford, 2010. Key Methods in Geography. SAGE.

S. A. Salim Basha, 2004. Methods of teaching Geography. Discovery Publishing House.

S.M. Zaidi, 2005. Modern Teaching of Geography. Anmol Publications Pvt. Limited.

Cavalcanti, Lana De Souza, 2006. Geografia, escola e construção de conhecimentos. Papirus Editora.

Lacoste, Yves, 1985. A Pesquisa e o Trabalho de Campo: um problema político para os pesquisadores, estudantes e cidadãos. AGB – São Paulo.