Geography FORM1 2020 Chapter 1 Introduction to Geography

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Geography FORM#1, 2020

Geography FORM#1, 2020

Chapter 1: Introduction to Geography What is Geography? Learning Outcomes

Chapter 1: Introduction to Geography What is Geography? Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes 1 a. use fieldwork to observe, name and classify human and physical

Learning Outcomes 1 a. use fieldwork to observe, name and classify human and physical features. 1 b. know the meaning of geography and environment. 1 c. understand that the environment is all the things around us. 1 d. realise that geography is the study of the relationship between people and their environment. 1 e. appreciate that the study of geography helps us to understand how our lives are affected by the environment and how we can preserve the environment so it remains useful to us. 1 f. appreciate that caring for and preserving resources in the local environment, community and country are signs of love for one’s country.

Activity 1. 1 1. In groups, go outside the classroom and do the following:

Activity 1. 1 1. In groups, go outside the classroom and do the following: 2. Observe and draw a sketch diagram of the area and on it name all the things you can see. 3. Draw a table to divide things you have written into natural things and those made by people. 4. Discuss the way you have classified the things in the table and make some changes where necessary. 5. As a class, display the field diagram you have drawn, the names of features in the area and the table you have made. Comment on each group’s work and ask each other questions. 6. Share your views on what you understand by environment.

Summary Environment/ Surrounding ◦ All the things around us Natural Environment / Physical Environment

Summary Environment/ Surrounding ◦ All the things around us Natural Environment / Physical Environment : ◦ All the things around us, made by God. They are natural Human Environment ◦ All things around us made by people. They are also called built environment Geography ◦ The Study of the relationship between people and their environment

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THEIR ENVIRONMENT

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THEIR ENVIRONMENT

Figure 1. 1: Photographs showing the geography of different areas

Figure 1. 1: Photographs showing the geography of different areas

Activity 1. 2 : 1. Identify and write down in your notebook the natural

Activity 1. 2 : 1. Identify and write down in your notebook the natural and human features shown in each photograph. 2. Explain how the human activities carried out in each picture are related to the natural environment. 3. In what ways do you think human activities in each picture might affect the natural environment? 4. Where do you think the photographs were taken from?

Activity 1. 2 : Notes to Instructors Photo (a) Photo (b) ◦ Natural features:

Activity 1. 2 : Notes to Instructors Photo (a) Photo (b) ◦ Natural features: Flat land, gentle ◦ Natural features: Flat land, sand beach, slope/foothill, blue sky with scanty lake basin/lake, inlet/bay, trees, short clouds vegetation ◦ Human features: Combine harvester ◦ Human features: Boats, houses, (tractor), truck (lorry) settlements, dock/pier Activities ◦ Farming/crop growing is due to the Water transport is possible due to the presence of extensive flat land presence of a navigable water body ◦ Use of farm machinery is possible due to ◦ Possibly the water body is rich in fish, which has led to fishing the flat nature of land ◦ The houses are constructed on a gentle slope and away from the water body

Understanding What Geography Is. Possible responses The study of natural things and human things

Understanding What Geography Is. Possible responses The study of natural things and human things around us. The study of the relationship between people and the things that surround them (environment). The study of the earth and how man interacts with it. Etc.

Activity #1. 3 : 1. In groups, search the internet or carry out a

Activity #1. 3 : 1. In groups, search the internet or carry out a library research about what geography is. 2. Write a brief definition and description and share these with other groups through a class discussion. 3. After agreeing on the meaning of geography, make corrections in your work if necessary.

Branches of Geography Branches of geography You have already learnt that in geography we

Branches of Geography Branches of geography You have already learnt that in geography we study the natural and human environments and how these affect our lives. So geography has two branches, namely physical geography and human geography. Activity 1. 4 In groups, study the list below showing things in our environment. Fill in the table to show which branch of geography studies each of these things.

Things in our environment Towns and cities Weather and climate Roads, rocks Hills and

Things in our environment Towns and cities Weather and climate Roads, rocks Hills and mountains Railways, farms, Soils Factories Vegetation Rivers and lakes Mining and fishing Physical geography Human geography

Summary : Branches of Geography Each branch of geography deals with a different environment.

Summary : Branches of Geography Each branch of geography deals with a different environment. Physical geography deals with the natural environment while human geography studies the built environment. Think of other things which may be studied in human geography. Make a list and share it with your classmates.

Possible Responses Physical Geography Human Geography Weather and climate Towns and cities Rivers and

Possible Responses Physical Geography Human Geography Weather and climate Towns and cities Rivers and lakes Rocks Hills and mountains Soils Vegetation Roads Railways Farms Fishing Mining Factories

THE VALUE OF STUDYING GEOGRAPHY

THE VALUE OF STUDYING GEOGRAPHY

Activity 1. 5 In groups: 1. Discuss how studying geography may benefit you, your

Activity 1. 5 In groups: 1. Discuss how studying geography may benefit you, your community and country. 2. Write down the benefits in your notebooks. 3. Through discussion, share what you have written with other groups.

VALUE OF STUDYING GEOGRAPHY helping us make wise use of our environment and conserving

VALUE OF STUDYING GEOGRAPHY helping us make wise use of our environment and conserving it for the future. It gives practical skills in making and using maps, collecting and presenting information about our surroundings; and creates awareness about other parts of the world. This makes it possible to exchange resources through trade. Geography also helps us to develop values such as teamwork and respect for people doing work using their own hands. You will find out more about the value of the subject as you study it.

HOW WE USE OUR ENVIRONMENT

HOW WE USE OUR ENVIRONMENT

Activity 1. 6 : How We Use Our Environment 1. Identify and make a

Activity 1. 6 : How We Use Our Environment 1. Identify and make a list of the ways you and your family use the environment around your home. 2. How do the activities you carry out affect the local environment? 3. Think of any other place you know or you have read about where people use the environment in ways which are different from those in which you use it. What kind of environment is in that place, and how is it different from the one where you live? 4. Share what you have written with the rest of the class. 5. Write a plan for caring for and conserving the natural environment in your home area so that it remains useful to you and people who will live there in future. 6. Through discussion, share your action plan with the rest of the class so that you comment on each other’s views.

Activity of Integration Imagine your friend has completed high school. Among the subjects he/she

Activity of Integration Imagine your friend has completed high school. Among the subjects he/she has studied is geography. He/she needs your advice on the occupations he/she can engage in. Task: Write a letter advising him/her on how he/she can use the knowledge and skills learnt in geography to earn a living.

Criterion 1 Criterion 2 Criterion 3 Criterion 4 Criterion 5 Correct use of Correct

Criterion 1 Criterion 2 Criterion 3 Criterion 4 Criterion 5 Correct use of Correct Coherence of Accuracy of Excellence subject resources interpretation of response information task The learner gives a The learner gives The learner correct applies knowledge ideas about the relates jobs uses original interpretation of about the local situation logically and ideas the situation environment and occupations to how human the local area activities are in the given related to that situation environment x/3 x/2 x/8 x/5 x/2 The learner will be considered to have achieved the competence if s/he attains 2/3 of the total marks available (or of the assessment criteria).

Chapter Two: Showing the Local Area on a Map CHAPTER TWO: SHOWING THE LOCAL

Chapter Two: Showing the Local Area on a Map CHAPTER TWO: SHOWING THE LOCAL AREA ON A MAP