Nov. 30: Shape & type of states: advantages & Disadvantages + disputes

Today we will continue looking at types of boundaries by looking at the shape, size and form of state. We will look at some of the advantages and disadvantages to each and some of the characteristics common among these.

Students will work within a small table group to identify various political states from 1 continent according to its size, shape and type of political format (unitary, federal, etc.)

Today's Helpful Links:

• Shape & Type of States - Group Task (make a copy of this presentation & share with your group members)
• Boundaries and the Shape of Political States
• Types of States + Supranational Organizations