Q: What is CGGE?
A: CGGE stands for
Center for Global Geography Education
Q: Who should use
CGGE?
A: CGGE modules
are intended for undergraduate courses in geography and related social and
environmental sciences.
Q: Why should I use a
CGGE module?
A: CGGE modules can
be used with students in a variety of ways, all of which can help students
learn geography and acquire an international perspective on global issues. The innovation of CGGE is, through its international
comparative approach, to provide students with an intercultural experience,
develop openness to learning and a positive orientation to new ideas, and
promote sensitivity and respect for personal and cultural differences. These learning outcomes are relevant
to many disciplines, not only geography.
Q: Are the CGGE
modules effective?
A: The CGGE Phase 2
modules improve upon materials developed in an earlier, Phase 1 project
(2003-2006). Those early
versions were evaluated in classroom trials held in 10 countries, and later
revised based on research findings that helped us determine how the modules
could be better designed to engage students in meaningful dialogue and help
them acquire skills for international comparative analysis. For details about the results of
the CGGE Phase 1 evaluation, please consult this article:
Klein, P., and Solem, M.
2008. Evaluating the impact of international collaboration on geography
learning. Journal of Geography in Higher Education, 32(2): 245-267.
Q: I'm not interested
in international collaboration. Can I still use a CGGE module with my class?
A: Yes. The Conceptual Framework and Case
Studies can be assigned as reading material. Only certain Activities based in the Moodle platform
are designed to be taught collaboratively with a class in a different country.
Q: I would like my class to use the modules with
another class in a different country. How do I proceed?
A: The CGGE modules
feature activities that support international collaboration by connecting
geography classes in different countries together in an online learning
environment. To get started,
return to the main menu and follow the procedures outlined on the Collaboration
page.
Q: What hardware,
software, and other materials do I need to use a CGGE module?
A: You just need a
web browser with the latest Adobe Shockwave Player installed.
Q: I have a great idea
for a case study. Can I submit one for an existing module?
A: Please contact
the project director: msolem@aag.org
Q: Who runs CGGE?
A: CGGE is a project
led by the Association of American Geographers. CGGE is supported by geographers, education
specialists, and academic organizations in many countries. Visit the About Us page for more
information.