The structure of Jakarta
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain factors influencing Jakarta's urban structure.
Key learning points
- Jakarta exhibits characteristic urban forms (CBD, inner city, suburbs and rural-urban fringe).
- Jakarta's structure (urban form) is determined by function and buildling age.
- Jakarta is rapidly expanding into surrounding rural areas, changing land use dramatically.
Keywords
Land use - the purpose or function of land, for example: residential, commercial, industrial, agricultural or recreational use
Central Business District - the CBD is the commercial and business centre of a city, usually with high land values, tall buildings and a concentration of shops, offices and services
Rural-urban fringe - the area at the edge of a city where urban land uses (like housing or industry) meet rural land uses (like farmland or open space)
Common misconception
Jakarta’s suburbs are poor and unplanned with informal settlements.
Jakarta’s suburbs include both wealthy and mid-income areas, many of which are well-planned and developed (e.g. Pondok Indah, Kelapa Gading).
Teacher tip
Use Google Earth or GIS platforms such as ArcGIS to explore land use in Jakarta’s suburbs and rural-urban fringe.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their meanings:
Q2.On which island is Jakarta located?
Q3.What continent is Jakarta in?
Q4.Which ocean is closest to Jakarta?
Q5.What is the climate like in Jakarta?
Q6.What kind of physical feature is Jakarta built next to?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions:
Q2.What land use is most likely at the rural-urban fringe?
Q3.Which of these is a feature of the structure of many cities including Jakarta?
Q4.Which question challenges a common view of Jakarta’s suburbs?
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