Abstract
This article discusses the results of interviews conducted by the authors in the Geographical Education Committee of AJG. These interviews were conducted with subjects who studied geography in college but are now engaged in other occupations than education. Our questions were focused on the significance of geography and geography education. Our subjects said that geography is not only an attractive area of study but also a very practical field. It was pointed out that ability to use a map and to conduct fieldwork was especially important in the real world. As for the content of geography education, our subjects hope that it will foster students’ views of society and enhance their ability to think, as well as providing them with fundamental knowledge on geography. It is expected, therefore, that we review content and methods of geography education, considering such needs from society.
