Define determinants of population change. Interpret an age-structure pyramid. Deconstruct how the demographic transition model explains population growth over time.

Human population

Explain how and why the human population has changed over time.

• Define determinants of population change.
• Interpret an age-structure pyramid.
• Deconstruct how the demographic transition model explains population growth over time.
• Analyze the effectiveness of direct and indirect efforts to control population growth.
• Compare and contrast China’s and Thailand’s population policy.
• Describe how population size, affluence, and technology interact to impact the environment