Examining our geographical data
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can answer my enquiry question using the data I have collected and presented.
Key learning points
- Geographers can compare the total scores for different sites to decide on the best location for something.
- Geographers can compare the scores for different categories to understand where there are strengths and weaknesses.
- Geographers use all their data to answer their enquiry question.
Keywords
Compare - to look at data to see where there are similarities and differences
Summarise - to bring all the key information together at the end of the enquiry
Hypothesis - a prediction that geographers make about the results of their enquiry
Common misconception
Geographers are only concerned with the data that shows the maximum scores.
Geographers do often use the maximum scores to show the best option, but they also look within the data to see how some variables compare with others.
Teacher tip
Where geographical data offers a number of options, teachers can introduce a voting system where the whole class gets to decide on the final conclusion.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - outdoor learning
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Data that is drawn on a map is known as data.
Q2.What happens after we present data?
Q3.Which piece of equipment is essential for drawing bar charts?
Q4.Maps and bar charts both have …
Q5.How do our 3 x 3 grids on our map help us reflect on our data?
Q6.On our bar chart, the bottom is marked with the six different locations.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.If we look at data to find similarities and differences, we are …
Q2.Which of the following statements is true?
Q3.Which of the following would not give us detailed data about our enquiry?
Q4.Which of these is the right order in which to write a conclusion?
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