1. Introduction to Geography and Urbanization
Learning Intentions:
Understand what the study of geography is.
Introduce the concept of urbanization.

2. Geography - Definition
The study of place, space and environment and how humans interact with the world around them.
Two different ‘arms’ of geography:
Physical: The study of the natural systems that govern the Earth
Human: Interactions between natural systems and humans

3. Physical vs. Human
Physical
Human

4. Physical or Human?
Studying landforms/topography (shape of Earth’s surface)
Looking at the development of cities
Examining rock types
Understanding why tourists come to Australia
Looking at the spread of internet connectivity around the world
The study of earthquakes and volcanos
Understanding forest types
Examining changes to the beaches in Torquay

5. Human Geography and Urbanization
Urban Area (a city):
An area that is densely populated by humans and there is no agricultural employment.
Write down the first words that come to your mind when you think of cities. List at least 10.

6. Other Key Terms
Rural An area of very low population density and land use is dominated by agriculture or wilderness. Suburban An area that is heavily populated by humans. Usually found on the outer rings of the cities and defined by single-family homes. Population Density Average # of people per square kilometer. Math equation would be: # of people/# of square km
Rural
Suburban

7. Unit 1 Focus: URBANIZATION
The movement of people into cities.

8. Why move? Push and Pull Factors.
Pull Factors: Reasons that people move to an area Push Factors : Reasons that people leave an area

9. Your Prep
List at least 5 pull factors bringing people to move to the city. List at least 5 push factors causing people to leave the city.