This free CPD course aims to develop the use of global examples and case studies in the teaching of geography at KS3 and GCSE. Presented by experienced and inspirational course leaders, delegates will have the opportunity to discuss and evaluate a range of practical approaches to develop geography students’ global sense of place. Teachers attending the course will be provided with a CD containing materials from the course and a free buffet lunch.
Email study@discover-the-world.co.uk to reserve your place
| 9.30-10.00am | Welcome and coffee/tea, pastries | |
| Session 1: Developing a global sense of place at KS3 | ||
| 10.00-10.40am 10.40-11.15am 11.15-11.35am |
Session 1a Session 1b Coffee break |
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| Session 2: Developing new and effective case studies at GCSE | ||
| 11.35-12.15pm 12.15-1.00pm 1.00pm-1.45pm |
Session 2a: What makes a good case study at GCSE? Session 2b: Recent case studies in physical and human geography (drawn from tectonics, population and tourism) Free buffet lunch |
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| Session 3: Online Study Aids and Resource Packs | ||
| 1.45-2.00pm 2.00-2.45pm 2.45-3.30pm 3.30pm |
Session 3a: Eyjafjallajokull for KS3 and beyond Session 3b: Cold Environments for KS3 and beyond Session 3c: Tourism for KS3 and beyond Tea and depart |
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For those considering a field trip with Discover the World this is also an excellent opportunity to organise an appointment with one of our educational travel specialists. Please contact us to reserve an appointment.
Simon Ross is Head of Geography at Queen’s College, Taunton and is an examiner/moderator for a major GCSE exam board. He has written and edited numerous textbooks including Geography GCSE AQA A (Nelson Thornes) and AQA Geography AS/A2 (OUP). He is the Geography Advisor for ‘Discover the World’ and has been working on the production of resources for teachers both in the field and in the classroom.
Alan Parkinson is an award winning teacher and author who is currently a freelance geographer, having spent 20 years teaching and three years leading curriculum development in the UK. He works part time with the Open University, and has written materials which have been used in schools across the UK and the USA. He is a founder member of the Geography Collective: creators of Mission:Explore.
Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on first come first served basis. To reserve yours please e-mail: study@discover-the-world.co.uk