Notetaking in Advanced Classes Geography Skills-Latitude and Longitude September 7, 2017 Notetaking in Advanced Classes Geography Skills-Latitude and Longitude

Setting Up Your Portfolio Make sure your name is printed on the front of your portfolio in permanent marker Label each of your dividers “Unit One”, “Unit Two”, etc. Behind your “Unit One” divider, make sure you have the following handouts: APHG Syllabus APHG Parent Letter Unit One Calendar Map Place Names Review Textbook Scavenger Hunt

Taking Notes: Crash Course Study Skills Start at 4 mins

Why is it important to take good notes?

Geography Skills: Latitude and Longitude

Latitude •Imaginary lines that run east to west around the globe •Measure degrees north and south of the Equator •The Equator is at 0 degrees Measure on the X axis

Longitude •Imaginary lines that run from the north pole to the south pole •Measure degrees east and west of the Prime Meridian •The Prime Meridian is at 0° Longitude Measure on the Y axis

To Calculate Latitude and Longitude Always calculate Latitude First North and South of the Equator Then calculate Longitude East and West of the Prime Meridian Using a map or atlas, which city is located at 35 N, 140 E?

Latitude and Longitude Activity Complete the Latitude and Longitude Activity on your own using a map or atlas. When you finish, put it in your portfolio behind the textbook scavenger hunt