Physical Geography of the Global Environment, Study Guide


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This book addresses critical environmental and natural issues against a background critical of the environmental working of our planet. Throughout, the authors' effective writing style and presentation of material capitalize on the theme of the interaction of humans in the environment.




Physical Geography


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Studying Geography at University


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Written by leading academics, this book is an invaluable ‘how to ...’ guide to studying for a Geography degree. Written in a practical and conversational style, it offers important insights into how to succeed in the first year of your degree course, covering everything from how to succeed in assessments to how to decide where to live. Some of the information the book provides is academic and some of it is non-academic, as negotiating both is important in order to be successful in the first year of a Geography degree. Studying Geography at University is ideal for those in the early stages of applying to university. Each chapter offers hints and tips and gives practical real-world insights into becoming a successful geography student that will enrich applications, open days and visit days. It is also possible to dip into the chapter summaries, ‘What Do Students Say?’ and ‘Top Tip’ boxes only. Written by current students, from a range of institutions, these provide unique insights into the book's key points. Current students should also keep and refer to the book as an invaluable guide through the first few months of their degree. This guide is a must-read for anyone starting their studies in Human Geography, Physical Geography, Environmental Science or any other related subject at university.




Rocks, Rivers and the Changing Earth


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This illustrated introduction to geology offers young readers insights into everyday signs of our constantly changing environment. Fascinating subjects include rivers of ice, the rise of volcanoes, and the formation of precious stones.




Praxis II Geography (5921) Exam Secrets Study Guide: Praxis II Test Review for the Praxis II: Subject Assessments


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***Includes Practice Test Questions*** Praxis II Library Media Specialist (5311) Exam Secrets helps you ace the Praxis II: Subject Assessments, without weeks and months of endless studying. Our comprehensive Praxis II Library Media Specialist (5311) Exam Secrets study guide is written by our exam experts, who painstakingly researched every topic and concept that you need to know to ace your test. Our original research reveals specific weaknesses that you can exploit to increase your exam score more than you've ever imagined. Praxis II Library Media Specialist (5311) Exam Secrets includes: The 5 Secret Keys to Praxis II Test Success: Time Is Your Greatest Enemy, Guessing is Not Guesswork, Practice Smarter, Not Harder, Prepare, Don't Procrastinate, Test Yourself; Introduction to the Praxis II Exam Series including: Praxis Assessment Explanation, Two Kinds of Praxis Assessments, Understanding the ETS; A comprehensive General Strategy review including: Make Predictions, Answer the Question, Benchmark, Valid Information, Avoid Fact Traps, Milk the Question, The Trap of Familiarity, Eliminate Answers, Tough Questions, Brainstorm, Read Carefully, Face Value, Prefixes, Hedge Phrases, Switchback Words, New Information, Time Management, Contextual Clues, Don't Panic, Pace Yourself, Answer Selection, Check Your Work, Beware of Directly Quoted Answers, Slang, Extreme Statements, Answer Choice Families; Along with a complete, in-depth study guide for your specific Praxis II Test, and much more...




Physical Geography


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This is an introductory physical geography text designed for 1st or 2nd year undergraduate students of geography, geology and environmental sciences.




Cambridge IGCSE Geography Study and Revision Guide


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Providing guidance that helps students practice and troubleshoot their exam technique, these books send them into their exam with the confidence to aim for the best grades. - Enables students to avoid common misconceptions and mistakes by highlighting them throughout - Builds students' skills constructing and writing answers as they progress through a range of practice questions - Allows students to mark their own responses and easily identify areas for improvement using the answers in the back of the book - Helps students target their revision and focus on important concepts and skills with key objectives at the beginning of every chapter - Ensures that students maximise their time in the exam by including examiner's tops and suggestions on how to approach the questions - Contextualise knowledge with case studies This title has not been through the Cambridge International Examinations endorsement process.










World Regional Geography Mapping Workbook and Study Guide


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This study guide and book of mapping exercises was designed to hone student skills in geographic analysis in the context of the main themes of each chapter. Mapping exercises are designed to help the students understand and explain geographic patterns through the use of skills geographers would use.