Being able to form mental maps is key to understanding spatial connections as well as global economic and political context, experts say.

The 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence offers a chance for overdue conversations about what schools should teach when it comes to history, government, and social studies. Today, ...

As a high school geography teacher and the president of the National Council for Geographic Education, it is refreshing to see pushback against the increasingly common “just Google it” or “let AI ...

Geography is a way of thinking, of asking questions, and of observing and appreciating the world around us. It gives us tools we need to move about in the world, to make wise decisions about our ...

Geography is an important tool to help learners grasp nuance and context—essential components for deeper understanding no matter which subject educators are teaching. To know Tim Needles is to know an ...

With respect to Rick Hess’ Jan. 27 opinion blog post, “Do Students Still Need to Learn Geography? ”, I appreciate his support for the importance of learning basic geography. That said, to reduce ...

Even a monochromatic Excel spreadsheet has a story to tell. Hidden within its rows and columns of data are narratives that might inform decision-making, illuminate trends or uncover injustice. The ...

Explore the FIFA World Cup 2026 through geography, research, travel, and global learning with this engaging World Cup Passport Booklet! Students become international explorers as they travel through ...