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About GGY 181:

Discover the intricate relationship between geography and human activity through the lens of GGY 181. This course surveys Africa, Asia, and Oceania, examining how physical and cultural geography shape communities. Explore how historical events have influenced modern society and the dynamic economic, political, and environmental ties among nations. Delve into diverse regions, from Sub-Saharan Africa to East Asia, and understand key themes like colonialism, population dynamics, and cultural practices. Expand your global perspective as you engage with the complexities of our world today.

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About GGY 181:

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  1. About GGY 181: Africa, Asia, Oceana

  2. GGY 181 explores • How the planet’s physical systems operate • How the planet’s physical and cultural geography affect human activity • The imprint of history on the modern world • Modern economic, political, environmental & cultural relationships among nations and states • Regional Geography courses help you to develop a WORLD VIEW!

  3. What do you think of when you think of the regions considered in this class? (Other than that they are all occupied and shaped by people just like us.) • Sub-Saharan Africa • North Africa and Southwest Asia • Turkestan aka Central Asia • South Asia • East Asia • Southeast Asia • Oceana

  4. Africa

  5. Africa • Human hearth • Two realms: • Polytheistic & Christianized Sub-Saharan • Islamic North Africa • Heat, rain forest, deserts • Low populations but crowded cities • Poverty • Colonial exploitation of resources • Failed states • Pirates of Somalia • Recipients of Aid • HIV/AIDS • war

  6. Asia

  7. Many Asias • Thousands of years of human occupation • Birthplace of Monotheism in SW Asia • Hinduism of India • Buddhism in East • Huge variety of cultures • China & India have largest populations • Manufacturing in the East • Technopoles of India & China • America at war SW & Central Asia

  8. Oceana

  9. Oceana • World’s largest area with very little land • Pacific Rim • Colonial legacy • Tropical climes and storms • Tourist destinations

  10. What else can you think of now? • Ask yourself this question again in July!

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