AP Human Geography Crash Course, Book + Online: Get a Higher Score in Less Time

by Christian Sawyer

Overview

AP® Human Geography Crash Course® - updated for the current exam!

A Higher Score in Less Time!

At REA, we invented the quick-review study guide for AP® exams. A decade later, REA’s Crash Course® remains the top choice for AP students who want to make the most of their study time and earn a high score.

Here’s why more AP® teachers and students turn to REA’s AP® Human Geography Crash Course®:

Targeted, Focused Review - Study Only What You Need to Know
REA’s all-new 2nd edition addresses all the latest test revisions. Our Crash Course® is based on an in-depth analysis of the revised AP® Human Geographycourse description outline and sample AP® test questions. We cover only the information tested on the exam, so you can make the most of your valuable study time.

Expert Test-taking Strategies and Advice
Crash Course® gives you the topics and critical context that will matter most on exam day. The author presents detailed, question-level strategies for answering all AP® Human Geography question types. By following his advice, you can boost your score in every section of the test.

Practice questions – a mini-test in the book, a full-length exam online.　Are you ready for your exam? Try our focused practice set inside the book. Then go online to take our full-length practice exam.You’ll get the benefits of timed testing, detailed answers, and automatic scoring that pinpoints your performance based on the official AP® exam topics – so you'll be confident on test day.

Whether you’re cramming for the exam or looking to recap and reinforce your teacher’s lessons, Crash Course® is the study guide every AP® student needs.

About the Author

Christian Sawyer, Ed.D., is a nationally-recognized Social Studies teacher who has implemented and taught AP® Human Geography and other social studies courses at both the high school and college levels for nearly a decade.

Dr. Sawyer’s work in advocating for broader geographic awareness led to his recognition as a National Outstanding Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the National Council for the Social Studies; the Tennessee Outstanding Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the Tennessee Council for the Social Studies; a White House Fellows Regional Finalist; a Tennessee Distinguished Educator; the recipient of the "Educator Award" from the Nashville Mayor’s Commission on People with Disabilities; and a "Local Hero" by Vanderbilt University. Dr. Sawyer has written and edited English and Social Studies curriculum for the Modern Red Schoolhouse Institute and other publishers, including his test preparation book on AP® Human Geography, published by Research & Education Association.

Dr. Sawyer is currently a district principal for Denver Public Schools.

 

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738612553
Publisher:	Research & Education Association
Publication date:	11/17/2020
Series:	Advanced Placement (AP) Crash Course
Edition description:	Second Edition, Revised
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	108,645
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.80(h) x 0.90(d)
Age Range:	16 - 18 Years

About the Author

Dr. Christian Sawyer is a nationally recognized educator who successfully launched and implemented curriculum for AP® Human Geography courses in schools in Tennessee and Kentucky. A tireless advocate for broader geographic awareness, Dr. Sawyer was named a National Council for the Social Studies Outstanding Teacher of the Year. He earned his doctorate from Vanderbilt University and is currently a principal for Denver Public Schools.

Table of Contents

About Our Book v

About Our Author vi

About REA vii

Part I Introduction

Chapter 1 Keys for Success on the AP® Human Geography Exam 3

Part II Content Review

Chapter 2 Unit 1 | Thinking Geographically 11

Chapter 3 Unit 2 | Population and Migration Patterns and Processes 35

Chapter 4 Unit 3 | Cultural Patterns and Processes 73

Chapter 5 Unit 4 | Political Patterns and Processes 113

Chapter 6 Unit 5 | Agriculture and Rural Land-Use Patterns and Processes 139

Chapter 7 Unit 6 | Cities and Urban Land-Use Patterns and Processes 177

Chapter 8 Unit 7 | Industrial and Economic Development Patterns and Processes 219

Part III Test-Taking Strategies and Practice Questions

Chapter 9 Strategies for Success with Multiple-Choice Questions 251

Chapter 10 Strategies for Success with the Free-Response Questions 259

Chapter 11 Practice Multiple-Choice Questions 267

Practice Exam rea.com/studycenter