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1920s
8th Grade
Moderate Rigor

Eighth Grade Geography (1920)

Regional geography with increased attention to human geography and economic relationships. Post-WWI context expanded global awareness.

3

Hours/Week

8

Skills Expected

Roaring Twenties

Era

Historical Context

WWI expanded geographic horizons. New nations and boundaries required updated study. Human geography gained prominence.

Roaring Twenties (1920-1929)

Scientific education and standardized testing emerged. Junior high schools became common.

Skills Expected
What students were expected to master by the end of 8th grade
  • Regional analysis skills
  • Understanding of cultural geography
  • Economic geography concepts
  • Map interpretation and creation
  • Understanding of global interdependence
  • Current events integration
  • Research and report skills
  • Geographic problem solving
Sample Topics & Assignments
Typical problems, readings, or assignments from this era

Typical Resources of the Era
Common textbooks and materials used in 1920s classrooms
  • Brigham and McFarlane's Essentials of Geography
  • Smith's Human Geography
  • News magazines for current events
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