GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING A GEOGRAPHY RESEARCH EDUCATOR'S GUIDE
Step 1: Formulating a hypothesis or a geographical statement
As Geographers we seek to understand and explain the interactions between humans, and
between humans and the environment in space and time. This is achieved by asking questions or
making informed geographical decisions on causes, effects and solutions/recommendations
Development of Hypothesis testing in the Geography FET:
The learner has to choose a specific area of study where a
geographical statement can be made.
During this stage a geographical statement showing is made to ask
the following:
WHERE IS IT...
WHAT IS IT...
HOW OUGHT IT TO BE
HUMAN IMPACTS ...
THE BIG IDEAS OF CAPS (Empirical Analytical Approach)
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Explanation:

You have learned about some of the key actions taken by the German, Japanese, and U.S. governments to address

the Great Depression. Using reliable resources, you will now research additional responses from these countries.

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For each country, record three responses to the Great Depression not covered In this lesson (ideas

mentioned in timelines are O.K.). Be sure to include the date of each response.

At least one response for each country should involve that country's military.

When you finish your research, write a few sentences summarizing each country's overall response to the

Great Depression

Take notes in the graphic organizer provided below.

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Begin your research by looking at the websites below. There you will find links to other web pages and sites that

may be helpful as well.