KNES Geography Course Outline Year 8 Geography is the study of Earth s landscapes, peoples, places and environments. It is, quite simply, about the world in which we live. Geography is unique in bridging the social sciences (human geography) with the natural sciences (physical geography). Human geography concerns the understanding of the dynamics of cultures, societies and economies, and physical geography concerns the understanding of the dynamics of physical landscapes and the environment. Geography helps to inform us about. The places and communities in which we live and work Our natural environments and the pressures they face The interconnectedness of the world and our communities within it How and why the world is changing, globally and locally How our individual and societal actions contribute to those changes The choices that exist in managing our world for the future The importance of location in business and decision-making In Term 1, This term Year 8 will study Coasts, their landforms and features. They will look at the impact of erosion and how the waves create coastal features over a period of time. Students will look at how coast erosion works. The unit will also look at the advantages and disadvantage of different types of coastal defences. Students will also examine the advantages and disadvantages of different types of energy. In Term, This term Year 8 will study the weather and climate. They will learn about how our actions may be causing the planet to warm up resulting in climate change. We will also study the weather, why it changes and how it is measured. In Term, This term Year 8 will study Asia, the world s largest continent both by area and population size. Students will study the physical geography of Asia and should be able to identify key features. They will also examine the human Geography of Asia.
Assessment: Behaviour in class and participation in the lessons: Classwork & homework: End of Term written exam: 0 Total: 100 Rules / Teacher s expectations / Discipline policy: As well as the school discipline policy all learners are expected to follow the following rules as agreed by last year s students. Our class rules... 1) We never use put downs. ) Prepare to begin work and activities promptly. ) Work hard. ) We listen to each other. ) We avoid distractions. (Lateness and unauthorized absence will be punished following the discipline policy.) Expectations All students are expected to arrive on time for all lessons. The correct procedure must be carried out for those absent, this includes taking responsibility to complete any set homework that may be missed. Students must bring all equipment and books with them to every lesson. This includes a pen, pencil, ruler, rubber, sharpener, glue stick and scissors.
Course Outline Term 1 Week Task / Topic / Area Learning Outcome: We are learning 1 Introduction to year 8 8 10 11 1 Geography Waves & Tides The waves at work Eid Holiday Landforms Created by the waves The Coast & Us. Coastal erosion; How long can Happisburgh hold on. War against the sea. Protecting places. Urbanisation. A red card for fossil fuels? Manchester & Energy sources in the UK Is nuclear power a good idea? What is Geography? Why is it important? How do waves and tides shape our coast lines? How are waves made? What coastal features do waves help to create? Can Coastal erosion be stopped? Understanding of where, why and how people are concentrated around the globe. Use of specific language to describe and give reasons based on knowledge for growth of urban populations and the strain this puts on energy demand. The effects of fossil fuels. What green energy is available? What are the advantages and disadvantages? How do waves and tides shape our coast lines? How are waves made? What coastal features do waves help to create? Can Coastal erosion be stopped? 1 1-1 Windfarms. Why do people move to urban areas? Is solar power a good idea? Revision & Exams Term 1 revision and exams.
Term Week Task / Topic / Area Learning Outcome. We are learning: 7 Global warming & weather. Earth s temperature through the ages. Global Warming. Climate Change Is it happening already? Who will suffer most? What can we do? It s the weather What causes weather? 10 National Holiday 11 Measuring the weather. Rain & Clouds. What is the difference between weather and climate? What is weather? What is global warming and is it causing the earth s climate to change? Is Global Warming and climate change already happening? Who will suffer the most from climate change and is there anything we can do to stop it? What causes the weather? How do we measure the weather and what instruments do we use? Why is our weather always changing? What is the difference between weather and climate? What is weather? 1 Why is our weather so changeable? 1 End of term Exam (0 marks)
Term Week Task / Topic / Area Learning Outcome. We are learning: 1 7 8 Introduction to Asia Where is it? Countries and Regions of Asia. Asia s history as an important trading location. Asia s diversity, people and economy. Physical features & Population Asia s biomes China Case Study week 1 China Case Study week Where is Asia? What are the main geographical features of the continent? (Oceans, mountains etc.) What countries and regions are in Asia? What is the History of Asia and why has trading been such an important part of its human Geography? How diverse is Asia s economy? How diverse is Asia s population? Why does Asia have so many different physical features? What is Asia s biomes? Case study of China. How and why has this country changed so much recently? Are there advantages and disadvantages to change? Revision 10 End of term Exam (0 marks) End of term exams.