11GEO

Level 1 Geography

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms N. Wall.

This course offers an exploration of the world around us, integrating the latest geographic concepts, skills, and real-world applications to foster an understanding of our planet's dynamic systems. Students will embark on a journey to explore the physical, cultural, and environmental aspects of te taiao (our environment). The curriculum promotes critical thinking, spatial awareness, and the ability to analyse and address contemporary geographical issues. This course employs a student-centered and inquiry-based approach, encouraging active participation and exploration. Students will engage in a variety of learning activities, including field work and case studies, project-based learning, discussion and debate.

Course Overview

Term 1
Show understanding of the spatial distribution of phenomena within te taiao. 5 credits internally assessed.

Term 2
Demonstrate understanding of how natural processes operate within te taiao. External Asessment 5 credits

Term 3
Explore te taiao using data. Internal Assessment 5 credits.

Term 4
Demonstrate understanding of geographic decision-making in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific. External Assessment 5 Credits

Recommended Prior Learning

A wide general knowledge is always a good starting point for studying Geography. This allows students to place their learning in a wider context and a gives them a greater appreciation of geographic concepts.

Equipment/Stationery

You will need an exercise book 1B8 is recommended, ruler, pens, coloured pencils etc. Access to your own device is advantageous.

Pathway

Geography develops good general knowledge and people skills. Geography at University splits into two broad categories. The science strand prepares students to become a climatologist, hydrologist (water based), an environmental or agricultural planning. Whereas those who study cultural geography work in such jobs as regional and/or town planner, tourism, journalism, administration, librarian.

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91007 v3
NZQA Info
Geography 1.1 - Demonstrate geographic understanding of environments that have been shaped by extreme natural event(s)
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91010 v2
NZQA Info
Geography 1.4 - Apply concepts and basic geographic skills to demonstrate understanding of a given environment
4
4
4
4
Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91011 v3
NZQA Info
Geography 1.5 - Conduct geographic research, with direction
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91012 v3
NZQA Info
Geography 1.6 - Describe aspects of a contemporary New Zealand geographic issue
3
3
3
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91013 v2
NZQA Info
Geography 1.7 - Describe aspects of a geographic topic at a global scale
3
3
3
Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

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