feature of a place that makes people want to visit it or take part in an activity

way of life, especially general customs and beliefs

extensive area of land regarded as being visually and physically distinct

damage caused to water, air, etc. by  harmful substances or waste

when too many people visit a place, so that it is spoiled and life becomes difficult for people who live there

Example of how tourism can reduce the development gap

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about global economic development. Pupils learn how, using a variety of measures, economic development is unequal and how this is reflected in demographic characteristics. Pupils learn about the causes and consequences of inequality and consider how they can be reduced.

Global variations in economic development

Its beautiful landscapes and unique culture

Why is Bali a popular tourist destination?

What is one economic benefit of tourism in Bali?

What is a potential negative impact of tourism in Bali?

Profits may go to foreign-owned companies

What is one reason tourism does not always help reduce the development gap?

A country's wealth and standard of living

What does 'economic development' measure?

Which of these is an indicator of development?

The total income of a country divided by its population

What is meant by Gross National Income (GNI) per capita?

Which of these countries is typically classified as a high-income country (HIC)?

The difference in living standards between rich and poor countries

It doesn’t show quality of life or inequality

Why might GDP alone not give a full picture of development?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Example of how tourism can reduce the development gap

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.