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"Hands-on" geographic inquiry engages students
in the learning process
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Students' learning (accessing/processing information)
is based on brain-compatible learning
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Individual differences and various learning styles
are addressed through a range of presentation modes (including text,
visuals, charts, maps)
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Activities and reading level are developmentally appropriate
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Visuals and graphic organizers help students focus
and connect to prior learning
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Chapters and headings are organized for easy and effective
note making
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Vocabulary and concept development are given a special
emphasis
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Target visuals, a graphic organizer, and questions
at the beginning of each chapter focus attention on key events, concepts,
and generalizations
