Mapping changes
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can interpret fieldwork data to find out more about where I live and how it is changing.
Key learning points
- Facts and opinions can be added to a map along with supporting evidence such as photographs
- Using a map enables spatial patterns to be spotted more easily
- Responses to surveys and interviews can be interpreted and presented as graphs, charts or emoticons with or on a map
- Simple grid references can be used to identify locations on a map
Keywords
Data - Data is a collection of facts or figures that can be analysed to provide information.
Graph - A graph is a diagram or picture that displays data.
Interpret - To interpret is to decide on the meaning of something.
Spatial patterns - Spatial patterns show the links between where things are located.
Common misconception
Children may think that older parts of a place have not changed since they have been built.
Use the photographs and evidence from fieldwork to challenge these misconceptions.
Teacher tip
This unit is adaptable and the children's local area should be used in each example. Answers and responses will therefore vary greatly from the example. However this could be used as a comparison.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the purpose of fieldwork in geography?
Q2.Starting at the beginning, put the stages of fieldwork in the correct order.
Q3.Certain jobs that people do can the local area.
Q4.What are some methods used to collect data in fieldwork studies?
Q5. is a fact or piece of information that helps to prove that something is or is not true.
Q6.__________ is an evaluation of the positive and negative qualities of the locality.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Why do we present data as graphs in geography?
Q2.What should all graphs in geography have?
Q3.Put the steps of a geographical enquiry in the correct order.
Q4.__________ show the links between where things are located.
Q5.What do geographers use to allow spatial patterns to be easily spotted?
Q6. is a collection of facts or figures that can be analysed to provide information.
To help you plan your 3 geography lesson on: Mapping changes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 3 geography lesson on: Mapping changes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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