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Start where America's mighty Mississippi empties into the Gulf of Mexico ... voyage upriver and wonder at the majesty of the Great Lakes ... then head west to take in some of our country's most incredible scenic highlights. Areas visited include: Mississippi River (Louisiana to Missouri), The Great Lakes (New York to Minnesota), The Badlands (South Dakota), Devils Tower (Wyoming), Glacier (Montana), Yellowstone (Wyoming/Montana/Idaho), Grand Teton (Wyoming), Arches (Utah), Bryce Canyon (Utah), Zion (Utah), Grand Canyon (Arizona).

Compare population issues around the world, from demographics to social and cultural aspects, and see how education and industrialization can affect human population. Students will hear about Third World issues, look at worldwide consumption trends, and analyze mass media education efforts.