NCEA Level 1 Geography
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: J. Hurst.
Te taiao consists of all things that make up the surrounding environment. This includes features such as rivers, mountains, people, buildings, and infrastructure. Te taiao can exist at different scales and can be located wherever we place ourselves. Students will demonstrate understanding of spatial distribution and natural processes in the te taiao. They will explore the te taiao using data and demonstrate an understanding of decision making in Aotearoa New Zealand.
In Geography, we attempt to consider geographic issues holistically.
Contents and Skills:
asking questions about te taiao
collecting data using relevant methods
visualising and analysing data using technology
thinking critically and conceptually to make meaning about te taiao
sharing understandings about te taiao
This subject leads to an approved University Entrance subject in Geography
There will be a field trip within the local environment..
Recommended Prior Learning
No entry requirements.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Geography 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the spatial distribution of a phenomenon and its impacts on place
Assessments:
Term: 2024-06-25, Week: 2024-06-25
NZQA Info
Geography 1.2 - Explore an environment using data
Assessments:
Term: 2024-06-25, Week: 2024-06-25
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Geography 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of decision-making in response to a geographic challenge in the wider Pacific region
Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 7
Optional Assessments
This course offers the following optional standards, which will be agreed upon in consultation with your teacher.
External
NZQA Info
Geography 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of how natural processes shape an environment
Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 10
Pathway Tags
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Disclaimer
For NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.