Dr. Randy Gabrys-Alexson - Professor<br />Geography - Natural Sciences Department

Natural Sciences Department

University of Wisconsin-Superior

Barstow Hall 202
Belknap and Catlin
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880

ph. 715-394-8322

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Dr. Randy Gabrys-Alexson

Professor
Geography

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ph. 715-394-8428

office. Barstow 103A

Education
PhD The Union Institute                      1999
MA   University of Wisconsin-Superior   1987
BS    University of Wisconsin-Superior 1983

List of Courses
GEO 100 World Regional Geography
GEO 102 Cultural Geography
GEO 302 Economic Geography
GEO 350 Geography of Wisconsin
GEO 402 Urban Planning
GEO 450 Research in Geography for Teachers
GEO 481 Human Biogeography

Role as Faculty
As a geography educator my main objective is to excite students about this discipline, correct the often misconceived notion that it is merely memorizing state capitals, and accomplish this through offering classes that students find interesting and pertinent. Geography bridges the social and physical sciences. My goal, as a member of the interdisciplinary Department of Natural Sciences, is to teach classes that clearly demonstrate to students that no matter what their major area of interest may be, learning about humans and their interaction with the environment - becoming globally informed citizens - is necessary for all students.

We offer several minors in Geography:

Geography for Liberal Education - this minor is popular among students who major in political science, legal studies, history, communication and science.
Geography (715) for teacher licensure at the EA-A (73) level and MC-EA (72) level
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Individually-Designed - to meet your specific, unique career objectives

For more information on the geography minor for Liberal Education, teacher licensure or individually designed, please contact Dr. Randy Gabrys Alexson. For more information on the GIS minor, see Dr. Bajjali's webpage."

Recent Scholarly Activity
2007 An Online Teacher Preparation Model for Pre- and In-Service Geography Teachers. National Council for Geographic Education, Oklahoma City, OK.

2005 Gabrys-Alexson, R. Embarking on Collaborative Research in Geography Education. Journal of International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education 14(3):43-51.

2001 The World Bank Scenario: A Problem-based Learning Activity in Human Geography and Environmental Science. Planet, p 25-26.

Research Interests
My research interests are primarily in the area of geography education at all levels, from kindergarten through university level, and working with pre-service and in-service teachers. Development of innovative teaching methods as well as the assessment and evaluation of teaching and learning are also areas of particular interest. Securing funds for special programs for students, and in the area of professional development for current teachers, also provide employment and research opportunities for my students.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

The scholarship of online course development
Evaluation and assessment of K-University level educational programs
McNair Scholar program interdisciplinary projects

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UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Fall Semester 2013

Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/24/13 11:45 AM.

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Class Nbr.	Catalog Nbr.	Course Title/Course Topics	Class Sect.	Credits	Days	Time	Seats Open
GEOG - Geography
2220	GEOG 100	World Regional Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit	001	3.00	TTh	1:00PM- 2:15PM	4 of 30
2254	GEOG 100	World Regional Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			11 of 20
2270	GEOG 102	Cultural Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			19 of 20
2225	GEOG 302	Economic Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit	101	3.00	M	2:00PM- 3:50PM	0 of 18
2226	GEOG 302	Economic Geography Lab	501	0.00	M	4:00PM- 5:50PM	0 of 18
					M	4:00PM-5:50PM
2283	GEOG 350	Geography of Wisconsin Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			3 of 10
2274	GEOG 402	Urban Planning & Trans Systems Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			18 of 20
2227	GEOG 450	Research for Teachers All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit	001	3.00		ARR	7 of 10
2702	GEOG 450	Research for Teachers Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			17 of 20
GEOL - Geology
2284	GEOL 170	Earth Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			12 of 20
2290	GEOL 170	Earth Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1L	0.00			12 of 20

Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/24/13 11:45 AM.

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Summer Session 2013

Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/24/13 11:45 AM.

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Class Nbr.	Catalog Nbr.	Course Title/Course Topics	Class Sect.	Credits	Seats Open
GEOG - Geography
1208	GEOG 100	World Regional Geography 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	W01	3.00	10 of 20
		This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fee schedules see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
1209	GEOG 102	Cultural Geography 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	W01	3.00	10 of 20
		This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
GEOL - Geology
1210	GEOL 170	Earth Science 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	W01	3.00	5 of 20
		This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
1230	GEOL 170	Earth Science Lab 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	WO1L	0.00	5 of 20
		This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
IDS - Interdisciplinary Studies
1126	IDS 495	Senior Experience 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	E1	2.00 - 3.00	2 of 2
		Instructor Consent Required Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
PHYS - Physics
1211	PHYS 100	Astronomy 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	E1	4.00	12 of 20
		Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
1233	PHYS 100	Astronomy Lab 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	E1L	0.00	12 of 20
		Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
1212	PHYS 160	Physical Science 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	E1	4.00	9 of 20
		Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
1234	PHYS 160	Physical Science Lab 5/28/13 - 8/9/13	E1L	0.00	9 of 20
		Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.

Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/24/13 11:45 AM.

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Spring Semester 2013

Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/24/13 11:45 AM.

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Class Nbr.	Catalog Nbr.	Course Title/Course Topics	Class Sect.	Credits	Days	Time	Seats Open
GEOG - Geography
2571	GEOG 100	World Regional Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit	001	3.00	TTh	10:00AM- 11:15AM	0 of 30
1461	GEOG 100	World Regional Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			9 of 20
2572	GEOG 102	Cultural Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit	001	3.00	TTh	1:00PM- 2:15PM	8 of 30
1462	GEOG 302	Economic Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			10 of 20
1466	GEOG 302	Economic Geography Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1L	0.00			10 of 20
2280	GEOG 402	Urban Planning & Trans Systems CROSS LISTED WITH TRSP 402. All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit	001	3.00	M	3:00PM- 5:50PM	4 of 10
1460	GEOG 481	Special Topics Human Biogeography	E1	4.00			13 of 20
		Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
GEOL - Geology
1411	GEOL 170	Earth Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	3.00			0 of 20
2791	GEOL 170	Earth Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1A	3.00			6 of 10
2792	GEOL 170	Earth Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1AL	0.00			6 of 10
1473	GEOL 170	Earth Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1L	0.00			0 of 20
IDS - Interdisciplinary Studies
2797	IDS 495	Senior Experience Instructor Consent Required	E1C	2.00 - 3.00			4 of 5
		Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.
PHYS - Physics
1502	PHYS 100	Astronomy Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	4.00			7 of 20
1505	PHYS 100	Astronomy Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1L	0.00			7 of 20
1441	PHYS 160	Physical Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1	4.00			5 of 20
1442	PHYS 160	Physical Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar.	E1L	0.00			5 of 20
TRSP - Transp & Logistics Management
2281	TRSP 402	Urban Planning & Trans Systems CROSS LISTED WITH GEOG 402	001	3.00	M	3:00PM- 5:50PM	7 of 10

Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/24/13 11:45 AM.

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UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Fall Semester 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Summer Session 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Spring Semester 2013

University of Wisconsin-Superior: College degrees, bachelors, masters

Wisconsin's Public Liberal Arts College

Faculty and Staff Details - Natural Sciences Department

Natural Sciences Department

Natural Sciences

Minors

Research Facilities

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N Fall Semester 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N Summer Session 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N Spring Semester 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Fall Semester 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Summer Session 2013

UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Spring Semester 2013