L1GEO

Level 1 Geography

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Allen.

The importance of land / sustainability

Whatungarongaro te tangata, toitū te whenua

 As people disappear from sight, the land remains

 This whakatauki speaks to the importance and permanence of land. While people come and go, the land remains. As humans we rely on the land. We must think long-term and see the big picture to ensure the sustainability of the land.


Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments. Geographers explore both the physical  properties of the Earth’s surface and human societies spread across it. This interaction between Te Taiao and humans is a major theme to the year.  Geography helps you understand people's perspective on various issue and pathways for solving issues. It looks at what is happening now in the world and how we could influence decision making in the future. Level 1 Geography will cover a range of topics including volcanic processes, climate, levels of human development and sustainable use of the land.

Course Overview

Term 1
We will be looking specifically at our local environment and the structure of Lyttleton Harbour. This is a chance for Students to explore an environment using data. We will be going on a Fieldtrip during this Term.

Term 2
We will be looking at global patterns in this Term. We will look at patterns of Music, Vegetation, Climate , wealth and light. Comparing these different patterns to know more about our world.

Term 3
Students will look at Issues happening in the Pacific and perspectives about these issues.

Term 4
We will concentrate on working with our resources for the external examinations

Pathway

Geography is a subject that leads to many different career pathways including private sector, data mapping companies, power companies, global logistics and transport companies, public sector organisations, city and regional councils and science-based crown entities.

Assessment Information

Assessment 1.1,1.3 and 1.4 contribute 5 credits each towards Literacy. Assessment 1.2 contributes 5 credits towards Numeracy - they are Approved Standards for Co-requisites

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 10
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91932 v3
NZQA Info

Geography 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the spatial distribution of a phenomenon and its impacts on place

This assessment will be based upon the global pattern of Light at Night and Volcanoes.


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91933 v3
NZQA Info

Geography 1.2 - Explore an environment using data

This Standard requires students to take part in a fieldtrip and research Lyttleton Harbour. 


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: Y
A.S. 91934 v3
NZQA Info

Geography 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of how natural processes shape an environment


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91935 v3
NZQA Info

Geography 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of decision-making in response to a geographic challenge in the wider Pacific region


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 15
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 5