COGA Lesson Plans


Build A Topographic Map

Brief Description: Illustrate the concepts of a topographic map through incremental and vizualization
Author: Inspiration Taken From USGS Education Resources
Grade Level: Lower Level High School
Duration: 2 class periods


Forced From Home

Brief Description: The Forced From Home Simulation immerses students in the experiences ofÌýindividuals and families displaced by conflict, environmental disaster, or economic collapse.ÌýThrough role-play and guided reflection, students gain empathy and insight into the difficultÌýdecisions faced by refugees and migrants worldwide.
Author: Dr. Jennifer Fluri
Grade Level: High School
Duration: 50 minutes
Adapted from Doctors without Borders Forced from Home Interactive Exhibition


Designing an Inclusive City

Brief Description: Using practical tools, students imagine and create an inclusive city.
Author: Dr. Jennifer Fluri
Grade Level: High School
Duration: 50 minutes


International Trade Game

Brief Description: The International Trade Game is an interactive simulation that helpsÌýstudents understand global trade dynamics, economic inequality, and development challenges.
Author: Dr. Jennifer Fluri
Grade Level: High School and Middle School
Duration: 1 hour


Where is Your Dream Team?: National Football League (NFL) Expansion Project

Brief Description: Students will propose an economic, spatial and culturally feasible locationÌýfor an NFL expansion team.
Author: Hayes Hart-Thompson
Grade Level: Upper-Level High School
Duration: Multi-Class Period ProjectÌý