Middlebury

GEOG 0213

Population Geography

Population Geography
Through a combination of lectures, readings, and exercises, this course provides background and analytical experience in the spatial dimensions of population dynamics. Students will theoretically and empirically examine geographic variations in natural increase, domestic and international migration, infant mortality, disease, and hunger. Topics will include the intersection of settlement-environment-disease, circular migration systems, cultural influences on demographic processes, and linkages between international and domestic migration flows. We will also assess various policy options and their effectiveness in addressing important demographic issues. The exercises will expose students to the vast amount of population data publicly available and introduce them to techniques used to examine and assess population related issues.
Subject:
Geography
Department:
Geography
Division:
Social Sciences
Requirements Fulfilled:
AMR DED NOR SOC
Equivalent Courses:

Sections in Fall 2006, School Abroad Italy (Florence)

Fall 2006

GEOG0213A-F06 Lecture (Nelson)