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In several previous posts we have looked at specific migration channels connecting Mexico to the USA: From Morelos to Minnesota; case study of a migrant...
An excellent way to show examples of chain migration and the gravity model...students will understand the concepts with concretes examples. These interactive maps have crisp geo-visualizations of the migratory flows. Via Seth Dixon 
Derek Ethier's comment,
September 20, 2012 10:51 PM
Ethnic groups have always been drawn to areas where there kinsmen reside. This map reinforces this idea. Texas and California are obvious destinations due to proximity, but Chicago shows how migrants join family and others with ethnic ties to maintain heritage and feel closer to home. Chicago has a large minority population, which also contributes to this.
Benjamin DeRita's comment,
September 24, 2012 1:28 PM
For the majority of regions the migration percentages are seemingly obvious and to be expected. However, am surprised to see a region such as Guerrero have a high concentration of relocation to Raleigh, NC. Also Guerrero seems unique where it has no clear dominant destination compared to many of its neighbors. Outside of Chicago (1) the next four cities are essentially receiving equal migration.
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February 7, 12:32 PM
I found this map very interesting because my original thought was that the most migration would take place close to the boarders and flow exponentially outward. The fact that Chicago has more migration from Mexico than Texas, Arizona, or California kind of throws a wrench in that hypothesis. Perhaps migration is not based so much on location, but rather what work is available in the region, how strict the local laws on immigration are, and if there is family in the area. Delete the scoop?
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Extreme poverty in the United States is giving rise to a group of infections known as the neglected tropical diseases, which we ordinarily think of as confined to developing countries.
Poor Americans are more likely to contract tropical diseases such as Chagas disease and dengue fever. Question to ponder: what geographic factors (physical and human) lead poor people in the United States to be more heavily impacted by the spread to these diseases? Via Seth Dixon 
Mary Burke's comment,
April 14, 7:37 PM
I don't understand why the drug companies can't help this situation. These are the richest companies in the country. These poor people need help. I don't think they can help themselves. They need a boost. Because of where they live in remote areas and no access to ready help its even more difficult for them. It's going to take some charitable organization or company to step in. We need another Mother theresa.
Kimberly Hordern's comment,
April 25, 6:23 PM
I think it is absurd that the pharmaceutical companies don't see it beneficial enough to produce the vaccines necessary to prevent outbreaks of the potentially harmful diseases. These people may be low-income, but they are still humans and there is no barrier stopping the spreading to middle-class higher income families.
Brianna Simao's comment,
April 30, 10:23 PM
With the level of development in the United States and the amount of technology there is, it is a little surprising to see such a large number of people living in poverty, but at the same time it is almost expected. Minorities make up the bulk of those living in poverty, which are the biggest targets for these rapidly spreading diseases. Since these people unfortunately receive a below average salary, if any at all, they don’t get the proper health care needed and their symptoms are often overlooked or neglected. They are basically prone to get infected because either their health care provider does not have the knowledge to diagnose and treat these diseases before they spread or the patient does not have the money to pay for treatment and vaccines. These prolonged and chronic diseases are what cause them to stay in the financial situations they are in. Helping these people get better healthcare and providing the doctors with the education needed for these diseases would definitely help. I do find it absurd that some pharmacists believe it is unnecessary to make vaccines when this could easily be passed down from a pregnant woman to her offspring, creating another generation of health disasters.
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This resource is a comprehensive approach to teaching spatial thinking skills. Terms with spatial reference (i.e.-place, diffusion, migration, situation, scale, region, centrality, proximity, etc.) are defined within their spatial context and related to their multiple curricular connections such as Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science and (of course) Geography. These terms and concepts then link you to teaching resources, online modules, lesson plans and classroom activities. While useful for all units, this is especially useful for the beginning of a course to teach the importance of spatial thinking skills to then have them permeate the rest of the year. Via Seth Dixon Delete the scoop?
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A page that plots the geographic distribution of the terms "pop" and "soda" when used to describe carbonated beverages...
This is an old classic that is going viral on Facebook right now, so I thought it would be time to link you to the original. This map isn't just cool, but a great portal to a discussion on regions, diffusion and cultural identity. This is a modern 'shibboleth' for the United States, a way to show where you are from to some extent. What are other 'shibboleths' that make your region distinct? Via Seth Dixon 
's comment, February 2, 2012 5:23 PM
Other could mean "cola" or "drink"
Elizabeth Allen's comment,
November 16, 2012 5:05 PM
Such a neat map that certainly illustrates the differences between US states. Seeing this map and the reasons for the variation in name makes sense. Of course soda is called "Coke" in the south. Georgia is the home of the Coke Cola Factory.
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This resource is a comprehensive approach to teaching spatial thinking skills. Terms with spatial reference (i.e.-place, diffusion, migration, situation, scale, region, centrality, proximity, etc.) are defined within their spatial context and related to their multiple curricular connections such as Life Science, Physical Science, Earth Science and (of course) Geography. These terms and concepts then link you to teaching resources, online modules, lesson plans and classroom activities. While useful for all units, this is especially useful for the beginning of a course to teach the importance of spatial thinking skills to then have them permeate the rest of the year. Via Seth Dixon Delete the scoop?
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Extreme poverty in the United States is giving rise to a group of infections known as the neglected tropical diseases, which we ordinarily think of as confined to developing countries.
Poor Americans are more likely to contract tropical diseases such as Chagas disease and dengue fever. Question to ponder: what geographic factors (physical and human) lead poor people in the United States to be more heavily impacted by the spread to these diseases? Via Seth Dixon
Mary Burke's comment,
April 14, 7:37 PM
I don't understand why the drug companies can't help this situation. These are the richest companies in the country. These poor people need help. I don't think they can help themselves. They need a boost. Because of where they live in remote areas and no access to ready help its even more difficult for them. It's going to take some charitable organization or company to step in. We need another Mother theresa.
Kimberly Hordern's comment,
April 25, 6:23 PM
I think it is absurd that the pharmaceutical companies don't see it beneficial enough to produce the vaccines necessary to prevent outbreaks of the potentially harmful diseases. These people may be low-income, but they are still humans and there is no barrier stopping the spreading to middle-class higher income families.
Brianna Simao's comment,
April 30, 10:23 PM
With the level of development in the United States and the amount of technology there is, it is a little surprising to see such a large number of people living in poverty, but at the same time it is almost expected. Minorities make up the bulk of those living in poverty, which are the biggest targets for these rapidly spreading diseases. Since these people unfortunately receive a below average salary, if any at all, they don’t get the proper health care needed and their symptoms are often overlooked or neglected. They are basically prone to get infected because either their health care provider does not have the knowledge to diagnose and treat these diseases before they spread or the patient does not have the money to pay for treatment and vaccines. These prolonged and chronic diseases are what cause them to stay in the financial situations they are in. Helping these people get better healthcare and providing the doctors with the education needed for these diseases would definitely help. I do find it absurd that some pharmacists believe it is unnecessary to make vaccines when this could easily be passed down from a pregnant woman to her offspring, creating another generation of health disasters.
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