Pearson eText Geosystems Core -- Access Card

Extend learning beyond the classroom
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Brief, flexible, modular approach for today's students

• Key geographical concepts are presented as two-page modules that can stand on their own and be read in any order. Instructors can assign these flexible modules in whatever sequence best suits their course and teaching style. Each module in the text contains only the most essential content for any concept. The focused presentation prevents students from becoming lost in unnecessary detail.
• A vibrant and contemporary art and photo program places captivating visuals at center stage as the primary teaching tool with the narrative seamlessly integrated. Information is presented in an engaging and highly accessible format for the non-science major.

Give students a reliable and visual learning path

• The unique Earth systems approach organizes the chapters around atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere, following the natural flow of energy, materials, and information to present topics in the same sequence in which they occur in nature.
• Christopherson, Cunha, and Thomsen's structured learning path and tightly integrated pedagogy give students a reliable, consistent framework for mastering the chapter concepts:
  • The introductory chapter gives an applied overview of the fundamentals of physical geography, including mapping, geospatial technology, the Scientific Method, and Earth Systems Science.
  • The chapter-opening Key Concepts list the learning objectives for each chapter. Each section of the chapter is tied to a specific learning objective, providing students with a clear learning path to the chapter content.
  • GeoChecks and GeoQuizzes are integrated into each module, enabling students to check their understanding as they read the module sections, for a "read a little, do a little" approach that is engaging, and that fosters active critical thinking.
  • Chapters conclude with a Chapter Review that includes a module-by-module summary with integrated Review Questions, Critical Thinking exercises, Visual Analysis activities, Interactive Mapping activities using MapMaster, and Explore activities using Google Earth.

Engage students by connecting geography to their real-world environment

• Unique two-page GeoLab capstone modules integrate a lab experience directly into the book without the need for a separate lab manual or lab section, enabling students to get hands-on with the data and tools of physical geography.
• The Human Denominator end-of-chapter features explicitly focus on the human-Earth dimension of physical geography within context of the chapter topic. They include maps (spatial data), real-world examples (photos), and review of both current and potential future issues that help engage students by connecting physical geography concepts to their real-world environment.

Present the latest climate change science and data

• Standalone Climate Change Chapter presents the most up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of climate change science and data, including the 2013-2014 IPCC 5^th Assessment Report. The chapter covers paleoclimatology and mechanisms for past climate change, climate feedbacks and the global carbon budget, the evidence and causes of present change, climate forecasts and models, and actions we can take to moderate Earth's changing climate.

Benefits of creating a Pearson eText course

• Share highlights and notes with students. Add your personal teaching style to important topics, call out need-to-know information, or clarify difficult concepts directly in the eText.
• Access reading analytics. Use the dashboard to gain insight into how students are working in their eText to plan more effective instruction in and out of class.
• Schedule readings. Add due dates so that students know exactly what to read to come to class prepared.
• UPDATED - Read online or offline. Download the mobile app to read wherever life takes you, even offline. The app is available on the App Store^® and Google Play Store.
• Integrate with your LMS. Get up and running quickly on the first day of class. LMS integration provides institutions, instructors, and students with single sign-on access to Pearson eText via Blackboard Learn, Canvas, Brightspace^® by D2L^®, and Moodle. Note: If you integrate Pearson eText with your LMS, students must redeem or purchase access through the LMS.
• NEW - Listen and learn. Play the full eText audiobook on the go or at home. (Available with select titles.)
• Engage learners with compelling media. Videos and animations bring key concepts to life, helping students place what they are reading into context. (Available with select titles.)
• UPDATED - Let students check their understanding. Flashcards help students review key terms and concepts. Students can use pre-built flashcards or create their own to study how they like. (Available with select titles.)