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Introduction to Indonesia
I can explain how Indonesia’s situation creates both opportunities and challenges for development.
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- Year 11
- Edexcel B
Introduction to Indonesia
I can explain how Indonesia’s situation creates both opportunities and challenges for development.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Indonesia is the largest country in SE Asia and is an archipelago consisting of over 17 000 islands.
- Indonesia is significant nationally (environmental and cultural), regionally and globally.
- Indonesia is placed within a wider political, social, cultural and environmental context.
Keywords
Site - a place's physical characteristics, such as landforms, climate and natural resources
Situation - a place's location relative to other countries and how this affects its economy, global connections and development
Development - progress of a country in economic growth, living standards and quality of life
Common misconception
ASEAN is only focused on trade and does not deal with other important issues like politics or security.
ASEAN focuses not only on trade but also on political stability, security, and regional cooperation to maintain peace in Southeast Asia.
Use interactive maps to help students explore Indonesia's location and its neighbouring countries. Highlight its proximity to major global trade routes and ASEAN members, allowing students to better understand how its site and situation influence both regional and global relations.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Indonesia is located of the Equator.
Indonesia is located of the Equator.
Q2.What is the capital city of Indonesia?
What is the capital city of Indonesia?
Bali
Paris
Q3.Where is Indonesia located?
Where is Indonesia located?
South America
Africa
Europe
Q4.What type of climate does Indonesia have?
What type of climate does Indonesia have?
Arctic
Desert
Mediterranean
Q5.What does ‘site’ refer to in geography?
What does ‘site’ refer to in geography?
A city's function
The transport links of a settlement
Q6.Indonesia is made up of ...
Indonesia is made up of ...
one large island.
borders that are landlocked with no access to the sea.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is an emerging country?
What is an emerging country?
A country with a completely developed economy
A country with no economic growth
A country that relies only on agriculture
Q2.What does it mean that Indonesia is an archipelago?
What does it mean that Indonesia is an archipelago?
It is a country with many mountains
It is a country located on a single island
It is a country with no natural borders
Q3.Located between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, Indonesia's __________ makes it a key global trade hub.
Located between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, Indonesia's __________ makes it a key global trade hub.
site
landscape
Q4.Which of the following is an important goal of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) besides promoting trade?
Which of the following is an important goal of ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) besides promoting trade?
To limit political involvement in the region
To focus solely on economic development
To ignore conflicts between member states