Check out the textbook resources that relate to the Week 1 lecture content here:

http://www.wwnorton.com/college/geo/earth4/ch/02/studyplan.aspx

http://www.wwnorton.com/college/geo/earth4/ch/04/studyplan.aspx

In particular, look at the Reading Guides, Animations, Videos, Google Earth and Flashcards. The quiz will also be done as a separate formative activity each week.