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Geography Now! Jamaica Instructional VideoGeography Now! Jamaica Instructional Video
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Geography Now
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8th - Higher Ed
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11:27
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2017
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Geography Now! Jamaica

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Jamaica is iconic, thanks to Bob Marley and its gorgeous beaches. A video resource uncovers some of its lesser-known natural treasures, such as the Blue Lagoon, as well as its colonial history. Learners also discuss the importance Jamaica plays in the Caribbean  economy. 

34 Views 10 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the caribbean islands, the british colonies, world geography, human geography, physical geography

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the video to discuss and debunk cultural myths about Jamaica

Classroom Considerations

  • Discusses growing marijuana
  • Video is part of the expansive Countries A-Z playlist
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Brief interviews with Jamaicans make the video engaging for learners
  • Host is funny with humorous skits illustrating concepts

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.7 RH.6-8.10 RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.7 RH.9-10.10 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.7 RH.11-12.10

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