Changing Places

• What is the focus of the unit "Changing Places" in geography?

  It is based around people and is more conceptual and contextual.
• How does "Changing Places" differ from other units of study?

  It has fewer concepts and knowledge to learn compared to other units.
• What types of places should you study in "Changing Places"?

  You should study at least one local place and one distant place.
• What is the significance of case studies in "Changing Places"?

  They help illustrate the concepts learned by referring to local and distant places.

  
• What does the term "place" encompass beyond just location?

  A place has different meanings to various people.
• Who is Edward Relph and what is his contribution to the understanding of place?

  Edward Relph is a key influence due to his publication 'Place and Placelessness' which reimagined the aspects of place.

  
• What is a locale in the context of "Changing Places"?

  A locale refers to locations in a place associated with everyday activities.
• How do locales influence social interactions?

  Locales structure social interactions and influence behavioral traits specific to that locale.
• What is the difference between sense of place and emotional meaning?

  Sense of place is the subjective emotional attachment to a place, giving it meaning.
• What is an example of a sense of place?

  A strong attachment to one's house where they grew up.
• How can different people have contrasting senses of place in Warsaw?

  Different people may have varying attachments based on their experiences, such as tourists versus office workers.

  
• What does placelessness suggest about a place?

  It suggests that a place is not unique and may have similar locales across different locations.
• What are clone towns in the context of placelessness?

  Clone towns are locations that have similar chain shops, making them less unique.
• How do individual memories contribute to the uniqueness of a place?

  Individual memories created within locales make the area unique to each person.
• What does Yi-Fu Tuan suggest about attachment to a place?

  Attachment to a place grows stronger over time with more experiences.
• What factors can influence the intensity of experiences in a place?

  Experiences can have different levels of intensity, such as marriage being more intense than a work trip.
• How does the phrase "home is where your heart is" relate to emotional attachment?

  It refers to the emotional attachment one has to a place over time.
• What is topophilia?

  Topophilia is the love of a place and having a strong attachment to it.
• What is topophobia?

  Topophobia is the dislike of a place.
• What are the types of places categorized in "Changing Places"?

  • Near Places: Subjective closeness based on context.
  • Far Places: Distant locations that may have emotional significance.
  • Experienced Places: Places that have been visited.
  • Media Places: Places learned about through media representations.

  
• How do near and far places differ in emotional meaning?

  Near places may feel emotionally close even if physically distant, while far places can evoke homesickness.

  
• What is the impact of media on our sense of place?

  Media can change our sense of place subconsciously based on representations.

  
• What does genius loci refer to?

  Genius loci refers to the spirit or atmosphere of a place.
• What factors affect place character?

  Place character is affected by endogenous and exogenous factors.
• What are endogenous factors that affect place character?

  • Land Use: Urban or rural characteristics.
  • Topography: Relief and land shape.
  • Physical Geography: Natural features like waterfalls.
  • Infrastructure: Essential built services.
  • Demographic Characteristics: Population age, gender, ethnicity.
  • Built Environment: Architectural styles.
  • Economic Characteristics: Economic status and sectors.

  
• What are exogenous factors that affect place character?

  • People: Impact of tourists, workers, and migrants.
  • Money and Investment: Trade deals and business movements.
  • Resources: Availability of food, water, and energy.
  • Ideas: New businesses and creative processes.

  
• How do endogenous factors change over time?

  Endogenous factors are shaped by the changing flows of exogenous factors.
• What short-term impact did the influx of people during the 2016 Olympics have on Rio de Janeiro?

  It caused the city to become busier, affecting the sense of place.
• What long-term changes occurred in Rio de Janeiro due to the 2016 Olympics?

  Investment and movements to bulldoze areas of the Favelas changed the economic and social characteristics of the city.
• What characteristics define insiders and outsiders in a place?

  Insiders:

  • Born in the place.
  • Hold citizenship.
  • Fluent in local language and idioms.
  • Conform to social norms.

  
  

  Outsiders:

  • Feel unfamiliar with the culture.
  • May not belong to the main ethnic group.
  • Experience difficulty in finding familiar shops or foods.

  
• How can feelings of belonging change over time for outsiders?

  Outsiders may become insiders as they integrate into society over time.
• How do children of immigrant families experience place differently from their parents?

  Children may adapt more quickly and develop a unique sense of place compared to their parents.
• What pattern is observed regarding ethnic groups in certain areas?

  Ethnic groups tend to cluster in certain areas where they feel more at home.
• What can be hard to find for immigrants in a new country?

  Particular foods from their country of origin
• How might the architecture and vehicles in a new country affect immigrants?

  They may look different from what immigrants are used to
• What feelings might immigrants experience when they first arrive in a new place?

  Feelings of unfamiliarity
• How can the feelings of unfamiliarity change over time for immigrants?

  They may change as the family integrates into society and feels like insiders
• How do the experiences of immigrant children differ from their parents regarding place?

  Children will have a different experience of place, leading to a unique sense of place
• What pattern is observed regarding ethnic groups in certain areas worldwide?

  Ethnic groups tend to cluster in certain areas
• Why might ethnic clustering occur in certain areas?

  People may feel more at home surrounded by others sharing the same ethnicity