Geography
In Ormesby we believe Geography has a very important role to play in the education of young people. It is hoped that children will leave school with a greater awareness and understanding of their world and the relationships which exist between people and the environments in which they live, work and play. We also aim to transmit the knowledge and promote the skills necessary for pupils to develop informed opinions and rational arguments on issues and questions relating to the Human and Physical environment. We feel it is important to adopt positive attitudes towards issues such as conservation, equality and sustainability.
We aim to provide the opportunity for all pupils, irrespective of their ability, race, colour, gender, creed, disability, belief or socio-economic background to achieve their full potential and pursue excellence. Pupils will be encouraged to; improve and develop their self-esteem, self-discipline and self-expectations, appreciate and understand the importance and benefits of sharing and cooperating with others to become confident, responsible and contributing members of the community.
Key Stage 4
A choice of 2 courses is offered:
- A full GCSE course
- A less detailed course, which may be assessed and accredited as a GCSEShort course, and/or Unit Award Scheme.
The aim of the two courses is to consider relationships between man and the
environment and to understand a variety of issues which these relationships raise, such as urban growth and decay, poverty, world food supplies, pollution and the need for
conserving land.
Each course includes four major themes:
- a knowledge of people & places;
- physical processes;
- human activities;
- environmental issues.
Pupils will also be encouraged to develop a variety of geographical skills including map reading and atlas work, analysis of photographs, interpretation of data,
decision making and problem solving.
Teaching methods within the department may vary from lesson to lesson but the aim is to provide interesting and enjoyable lessons with pupils engaged in a variety of activities.
There are two methods of assessment:
- Coursework assignments
- Examinations
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