12.2.9 Skills used in studying Geography As you become more familiar with Geography, there are three essential skills to practise and master. The SkillBuilder lessons in this topic will show you how to apply the skills related to the topics covered in this subject.
TABLE2 There are three broad geographical skills that you need to develop in Year 8. Geographical skill Description Geographical inquiry
You will develop questions for a geographical inquiry related to a phenomenon or issue. Collect and process information from primary and secondary sources, including fieldwork. Use geospatial technologies and digital tools to make decisions and come to conclusions. You will also use a range of formats, including maps and geospatial technologies to explain patterns, relationships and trends in information presented: issues such as wealth and liveability or the relationship between mountain ranges and rainfall. Geography is all about making decisions and coming to conclusions in an evidence-based manner. You will consider ethical values and analyse data using the concepts of space, change, interconnection and environment. For example, you could be using an analysis of the distribution of water to determine the sustainability of a farm. Communicating your ideas and justifying your conclusions are key skills you will develop in Geography. Using geographical concepts and knowledge and a range of digital and non-digital formats, you will seek to express your thoughts on a wide range of concepts and issues. When communicating in Geography, you need to ensure that you consider your audience, acknowledge your sources and choose appropriate methods of communication to ensure your message is clear and well-conceived. In Year 8, you will be expected to explore new ways of presenting information, take risks and develop new presentation skills.
Concluding and decision-making
Communicating
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Exercise
Learning pathways LEVEL1 3, 5, 7
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LEVEL3
1, 2, 6, 8
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REMEMBER AND UNDERSTAND 1. How does the concept of ‘place’ influence human activities? A. It is a physical location with a specific address. B. It holds meaning and significance for individuals or groups.
C. It is characterised by a particular climate. D. It is a space used for human activities. 2. What role does interconnection play in geography? A. It separates regions from one another. B. It shows how features and processes are related and affect each other. C. It identifies isolated geographical locations. D. It maps the boundaries of continents.
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