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M1003 Australian Geography
M1003 Australian Geography

UNIT INTRODUCTION

  • Module: Australian Geography
  • Unit Code: M1003
  • Instructor: Dr Daniel Harris
  • Entry: Fall 2021, Fall 2022
  • Level: Level 1

Unit Overview

Provide an introduction to physical geography as well as population dynamics. Explore the four landform regions in Australia. Explain the spatial distribution of climate and seasonal variability of rainfall in Australia. Look into the progression of European occupation of Australia. Examine the population basics, settlement patterns, and key drivers of Australian population. Demonstrate the population policy and predict future population plan.

Learning Outcome:

Upon completion, students will be able to:

  • To explain what is physical geography and demography.
  • To list the four landform regions in Australia.
  • To describe the spatial distribution of climate and seasonal variability of rainfall in Australia.
  • To summarize the key drivers and settlement patterns of Australian population.
  • To briefly analyze the population policy and plan of Australia.

Unit Tasks

  • Read and review the lesson study guide;
  • Watch the lesson videoss
  • Read, review, and complete the teaching note
  • Complete assignment 2, and review the answers
  • Take and complete the quiz test

Assessment

Each lesson in this unit offers 100 credits, including:

  • 25 credits for video attendance.
  • 25 credits for completing teaching notes, 5 for each blank
  • 25 credits for completing multiple choice questions, 5 for each question
  • 25 credits for taking the quiz test, 5 for each question

Video Attendance

Credit Value Requirement
25 Watch more than 3 times
20 Watch more than 2 times
15 Watch more than 1 time
0 Watch less than 1 time
(including 1 time)

Lecture Notes

Credit Value Requirement
5 First answer is correct.
4.5 Second answer is correct.
4 Third answer is correct.
3 Third answer is incorrect

Multiple Choice

Credit Value Requirement
5 First choice is correct.
4.5 Second choice is correct.
4 Third choice is correct.
3 Third choice is incorrect

Quiz

Credit Value Requirement
2.5 Choice is correct.
0 Choice is incorrect.