New technology affects, or newly defines, the idea of community.
Communities have become geographically larger, thanks to new communications technologies such as the Internet, e-mail, cell phones, fax, and overnight mailing. By participating in the activities and events for this year's theme, students will have a better understanding of how geography is used in everyday life. They feel that geography should be emphasized all year and will provide additional activities and information related to the theme throughout the year in the Public Outreach Program quarterly newsletter and on the National Geographic Society Website. The Hawaii Geographic Alliance provides you with suggestions for Geography Awareness Week which can be extended throughout the year. Concept map class discussion.