Physical Geography
Purpose:
Independent inquiries have a variety of purposes for students in geography. They help develop an in-depth, student generated knowledge base in a particular area, as well as research, and time management skills. The aim of this process is to encourage you, as the student, to become a more active participant in your own learning.
You Independent Study Unit will focus on one of the following aspects of Physical Geography. You will concentrate on creating an informative view of your subject, and details of its importance to the course. Your finished ISU will be in a website format.
Below you will find a list of topics that qualify for this ISU. Some of these topics have been done by Sem. 2001 students. Click to see their efforts!
| Atmosphere | Hurricanes | Tornadoes |
| Rocks and Minerals | Fossils | Soil |
| Meteorologist | Tropical Rainforest | Temperate Rainforest |
| Boreal Forest | Polar Regions | Wetlands |
| Oceans | Caves and Cave Systems | Deserts |
| Subterranean Water | Oak Ridges Moraine | Tides |
| Great Lakes | Droughts | Floods |
| Greenhouse Effect | Ozone Depletion | Hydro Dams |
| Geomorphologist | Monsoons | Red River Flood |
| Quebec Ice Storm | Geologist |
Your research should cover the following information and details:
This is just a basic summary of what is expected for your completed ISU. As with any other project, continue researching until you aren't finding new information. You should have 3-5 book references, 3-5 websites and 1-2 articles AT A MINIMUM.
Have the following prepared for your conference with Teacher:
Topic I am considering:
Rationale: