DEFINITION

Geography is a science that studies:

· the spatial distribution of people and their activities

· physical and human-made features

· interaction between humans and

· interaction between humans and the environment in a dynamic context.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Geography is on TV, in the newspaper, all around us every day.  It teaches us the wondrous ways this world behaves.

Learning outcomes 1:    Geographic skills and techniques (Practical competence)

Learners should be competent in:

· asking questions

· organising and analysing data

· making judgements based on data

· map use and map skills (spatial skills and techniques)

· manipulating geographical databases (electronically)

· reporting findings, expressing opinions.

Learning outcomes 2:    Knowledge and understanding (foundational competence)

Learners should be able to:

· demonstrate knowledge

· have a critical understanding of human and physical processes and the resultant

· patterns found in various spatial contexts over time.

· be aware of the interaction between humans and the environment on a local and global scale.

Learning Outcome 3: Application (reflexive competence)

The learner should be able to:

· make sound judgements

· take responsible and appropriate action that will contribute to sustainable development of society and the environment.

· propose solutions and strategies to manage local/continental problems.

Content and Context for the attainment of Assessment standards:
This supports the attainment of the Assessment standards, and enables the learner to progress towards achieving the learning outcomes.


Grade 10

A   Geographical skills and techniques :
     Fieldwork : using local maps/photos; recording geographical information in the local area. G. I. S.
B   Atmosphere : weather and climate : Context – South Africa and the World – Global Warming.
C   The structure and changing landforms of the Earth : Context - The World –  Volcanoes, earthquakes, weathering.
D   People and places : population : Context  - The World and Africa
E   People and their organisations : Context  - The World and Africa

Grade 11

A   Geographical skills and techniques :
    Geographical information systems.  Importance to businesses today.
B   Water Masses
C   People and their organisations.
D   People and their needs.

Grade 12

A   Geographical skills and techniques :
    Geographical information systems.  Importance to businesses today.
B   Climatology, small and large scale.
C   Settlement – rural and urban.
D   People and their needs.  
     Development – focus on South Africa and Africa.

METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

· Self assessment

· Peer assessment

· Group assessment

EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER LINKS

Geography provides a number of opportunities for additional education and training.

Career links include amongst others, the following: aviation, cartography, earth sciences, eco-tourism, education and teaching, environmental management, geographical information systems, geology, land surveying, meteorology, nature conservation, remote sensing, rural and regional planning, urban planning, water and land affairs.