Geography class homework: reading the notes posted daily at Mondotrudeau so as to be prepared for Open Notes Quizzes

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Tests on class activities, class notes and readings will be based on the notes posted on MondoTrudeau. Thus I expect each student to read the class web site daily.

Students will not be issued a copy of the textbook World Geography. It will be used in the classroom on a regular but not daily basis.

The typical test in geography class will be an Open Notes Quiz. In a change from last year's procedures, I will require that all students use only printed or written notes. Personal web browsers will not be allowed.

The idea is to prepare your information management skills in such a way that your success in school (and beyond) will be assured.

Reading notes on MondoTrudeau will, most days, be your only homework. Scanning the notes is something like reading a textbook. Read them and then print them and put them in a folder or binder. You may cut and paste when you feel it will save paper and ink.

One of the key developmental activities this year is growth in reading comprehension. The typical test in geography includes questions designed to test the accuracy of your reading. Some questions will test your ability to interpret the notes. Test questions will be based on the multiple choice format.