Urban+Planning+Topics

These are some of the topics we have taught in Urban Geography that would probably work most effectively as a share topics (esp with multiple math classes)

__**Skyscrapers**__ A historical review of the development of skyscrapers in NYC. comparative Review of current worlds tallest buildings Use of Google Earth to design tours. (Lots of trig possibilities here)

__**Transport history**__: Erie Canal, Railroads, Highways-consequent impact on US history and society. Project: tbd (possible ELA. Math, Collab)

more of an urban focus. paired with ELA, math? urban eco? Development of street grid in NYC Development of major expressways--their impact on health and society. Statisticial study of dangerous intersections, study of intersection design., Writing letters to politicians to guide policy.
 * __Street history and Design:__**

needs MATH! Trig, Geometry, or Algebra, in connection with the progressive era. Students study a major infrastructure (electrity, gas, water, sewage, mta, etc) This project really needs a math infusion. It is weak in its current state. But students enjoy it.
 * __Urban Infrastructure: inquiry and exploration__**

(paired with Urban Eco/Math/ELA Have not tried to teach this, but read about it at[| NYTimes Learning Network] Project Objective; Students create infographics (integrated charts) to show the impact of the events (Guld Oil Spill, Love Canal, three mile island)
 * __The 10 worst Man-Made disasters in US histor__**y