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Context in which the lesson is set |
After a unit of work on map skills
in the first half term we cover the topic of settlement and shopping
using the Oxford Geography Programme as our core text. We then follow
with a unit covering an in-depth study of the growth of Bristol as
an example of the growth of settlements. Integral to this is fieldwork,
following a trail on foot to observe and begin to analyse the areas
of change and type of activity now found in the centre of Bristol.
The docks field work is a half day and is combined with a boat trip
around the city docks.
Following this a look at transport development and our understanding
of the earth's shape & distances is taught.
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What the lesson is about |
To follow a trail around the city docks, learning through fieldwork |
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Expected outcomes |
Knowledge & understanding
The reasons for the origins of the growth of Bristol, the nature of the
landscape & the changes that have and still are reoccurring in the
docks area
Skills
Following instructions on fieldwork *interpreting information from outside
the classroom |
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Details of Teacher and Pupil Activities |
Time
½ day with preparation & review time in class
Activity
Prepare for the field trip and explain the requirements for following
instructions for safety and enjoyment as well as for achieving the work
desired. Brainstorm 'Trust', in relation to this and ask each pupil to
write down in preparation how they expect to demonstrate trust to others
& have trust put in them.
Remind everyone of this on the day of the trip & review behaviour
& achievements afterwards |
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Extension Work |
Further lessons in this series. |