Teaching & Learning
Geography
Reading List:
CGP – KS3 Geography Complete Revision and Practice
Hodder Education – Progress in Geography KS3 Workbook
Anita Ganeri – Horrible Geographies
Helen Abramson – Where on Earth?
National Geographic Kids
GCSE (9-1) Geography AQA Revision Guide. Publisher: Oxford University Press. Digby et al.
GCSE Geography AQA Student Book. Publisher: Oxford University Press. Simon Ross et al.
Ken Addison et al – Fundamentals of the Physical Environment (2008)
National Geographic magazines
Geo Factsheets & Geofiles
Useful Websites:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
KS3
Intent and Knowledge Entitlement:
“To understand the world around us: the human and physical landscapes, features and processes, and how they change. To become better, global citizens.”
Our geography curriculum is designed to develop children's curiosity and fascination about the world and its people that will remain with them for the rest of their lives. Students begin KS3 by learning fundamental map skills which they will later embed in a series of geographical topics, spanning both physical and human geography. Students will develop an awareness of the world through country and continent studies, developing their social consciousness of global issues. Geography provides an ideal lens through which to view the world, and at Bishop Walsh the students will gain knowledge, skills and awareness which leads to them becoming better global citizens.
Skills Entitlement:
Fundamental map skills
Interpretation of graphs
Description of geographical figures and/or information
Explanation of geographical theories and/or concepts
Awareness of different lifestyles and cultures around the world
Knowledge of geographical processes and features
Exploration of personal opinion regarding geographical issues.
KS4
Intent and Knowledge Entitlement:
At GCSE level, geography facilitates the study of a huge breadth of topics. Students cover social issues in the modern world, natural phenomena and change over time. Students gain an appreciation of the world around them and they learn how to analyse environmental developments such as climate change. The study of geography encourages the development of empathy, among other Gospel values, for other cultures through the use of detailed international case studies. Field trips to local areas with distinctive characteristics help students to develop fieldwork skills, providing an excellent foundation for study at A-level and beyond.
Skills Entitlement:
Critical analysis of photographs, graphs and text
Cartographical skills to assess maps and other sources
Ability to evaluate and make a justified, explained decision
Fieldwork skills applicable to natural environments and urban areas
Comprehensive understanding of modern issues such as climate change
Awareness of alternative cultures in overseas countries and continents
Knowledge of a range of human and physical topics
Ability to describe with appropriate articulation
Explanation with rigorous reasoning.