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Development of an Introductory High School Geography Unit for Student-centered Construction of Regional Characteristics: Leveraging the Framework of Four Spatial Concepts

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The aim is to propose a geography learning unit that enables students to actively understand regional characteristics.
Utilized the framework of four spatial concepts developed by German geographer Walden.
Developed a unit based on students' existing knowledge and images of the region.
Conducted classroom practices using China as a case study.
Demonstrated a student-centered 'open' geography learning approach.
Highlighted the importance of students constructing their own understanding of regional divisions.

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Proposes a geography unit that enhances student understanding of regional characteristics, suggesting a student-centered approach to learning.

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SHUTO Keishin (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69be36766e48c4981c675654 https://doi.org/10.4157/ejgeo.21.44

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