Teacher Development Workshop GEOGRAPHY GRADE 11
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CONTENTS PAGE
CONTENTS PAGE ....................................................................................................................................... 2
PROGRAMME OF ASSESSMENT FOR GRADE 11 .............................................................................. 4
EXAM REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADE 11 ............................................................................................. 5
TEACHING GEOGRAPHY GRADE 11 .................................................................................................... 6
ACTIVITY A: GEOGRAPHY SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES .............................................................................................. 6
ACTIVITY B: MAPWORK SKILLS: CALCULATING VERTICAL EXAGGERATION AND GRADIENT ......................... 8
ACTIVITY C: FIELDWORK TASKS ............................................................................................................................. 10
ACTIVITY D: EXAM PRACTICE ................................................................................................................................. 12
HOW PLATINUM AND FOCUS BOOKS CAN HELP YOUR TEACHING. ....................................... 15
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PROGRAMME OF ASSESSMENT FOR GRADE 11 CAPS provides every subject with a detailed Programme of Assessment. The table below indicates the formal assessment task for the year for Grade 11 Geography.
Assessment Total Marks
Term 1 Assessment task 1 20
Test 10
Term 2 Assessment task 2 20
Midyear exam 20
Term 3 Test 10
Term 4 Assessment task 3 20
Year mark 100
Term 4 Final exam 300
Total Marks 400 (100+300)
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EXAM REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADE 11
The information below provides a summary of the exam requirements for June and end of year examinations for Grade 11 Geography.
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TEACHING GEOGRAPHY GRADE 11 Activity A: Geography skills and techniques This activity is taken from a Grade 11 Geography Topic. This example is given from Platinum Geography Grade 11. Topics to be covered:
• Grade 11 Geography skills and techniques • Learning styles and teaching methods of calculating
Instructions:
• Participants should complete this activity in pairs. • Study the extracts taken from Platinum Grade 11 Geography. • Answer the questions that follow.
Taken from Platinum Geography (page 8)
Taken from Platinum Geography (page 13)
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Taken from Platinum Geography (page18) Questions:
1. Discuss the process you would use to take the learners through calculating distance on a topographical map.
2. Discuss the methods that can be used to help learner grasp this skill.
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Activity B: Mapwork Skills: Calculating vertical exaggeration and gradient This activity is taken from a Grade 11 Geography Topic. This example is given from Platinum Geography Grade 11. Topics to be covered:
• Grade 11 Calculating vertical exaggeration and gradient • Practical application of theory
Instructions:
• Participants should complete this activity in pairs. • Study the diagram taken from Platinum Grade 11 Geography. • Answer the questions that follow.
Taken from Platinum Geography (page 31)
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Taken from Platinum Geography (page 34) Questions:
1. Read the text above. 2. Identify the skills and knowledge your learners would need to have in order
to complete the task. 3. How would you address a lack of skills and or knowledge with your class?
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Activity C: Fieldwork Tasks This activity is taken from a Grade 11 Geography Topic. This example is given from Focus Geography Grade 11. Topics to be covered:
• Grade 11 Fieldwork Tasks • Assessment
Instructions: • Participants should complete this activity in pairs. • Study the extract taken from Focus Geography Grade 11. • Answer the questions that follow.
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Taken from Focus Geography (pages 65–66) Questions:
1. Fieldwork tasks require a large amount of preparation from the teacher and
the learner. Discuss the preparation and briefing involved in organizing fieldwork.
2. Discuss the possible resources needed for this fieldwork. How does one get around this issue, if there is a shortage of resources? Discuss different possibilities.
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Activity D: Exam Practice This activity is taken from a Grade 11 Geography Topic. This example is given from Focus Geography Grade 11. Topics to be covered:
• Grade 11 Mapwork skills • Assessment • Exam Practice
Discussion: Study the Exam Revision Example from the Focus Geography and discuss the following:
1. Discuss the advantages of having the Exam Practice include full colour maps for the learners in their books.
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HOW PLATINUM AND FOCUS BOOKS CAN HELP YOUR
TEACHING Platinum and Focus Geography Books cover all of the criteria that are considered important to most teachers when choosing a textbook. Sequencing of Content according to the CAPS Platinum and Focus Geography Books follow the exact sequence of the CAPS. Teachers are able to follow the sequence of the textbook and be confident that they have covered everything required by CAPS, in the correct order. Relevant and up–to-date content The authors of Platinum and Focus Geography books have ensured that the latest CAPS requirements are covered as well as the latest content required by the subject. Assessment tasks all contain up-‐to-‐date case studies from a variety of provinces. A variety of colour maps support the development of mapwork skills. Accurate artwork and colour photos support the acquisition of content. Specific tasks required for Programme of Assessment Platinum and Focus Geography Books include all the required tasks for the Programme of Assessment. The Teacher’s Guide includes all of the guidelines and answers. These can also be used for revision, extension and expanded opportunities. Annual teaching plan according to the CAPS with term-by-term overview Platinum and Focus Geography Books follow the exact sequence of the CAPS. They also provide a term planning tool which assists in annual and quarterly planning. Teacher’s Guide, which provides guidance and answers for Programme of Assessment Platinum and Focus Geography Books both have a Teacher’s Guide that provides guidelines on how to use the assessments and how to mark them. Rubrics, and memoranda are also provided where appropriate.
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Variety of revision activities Platinum and Focus Geography Books both provide many different activities, which test knowledge and understanding on a variety of levels. Teachers are able to see the learners’ understanding of the content matter straight away. These activities are very practical and assess the content in the CAPS. Progression is evident within and across activities. Diagrams and pictures to explain content Platinum and Focus Geography Books both have many supporting diagrams and pictures to support the content. Platinum and Focus are in full colour with eye-‐catching photographs. A variety of colour maps support the development of mapwork skills. Accurate artwork and colour photos support the acquisition of content. Remedial activities to support those learners that may need extra support Platinum and Focus Geography Books have many activities in the chapters as well as revision sections at the end of every topic as well as remedial and extension questions in the Teacher’s guide. The Platinum Geography Book also has remedial worksheets, which can be found in the Teacher’s Guide. These provide additional practice for those learners that need it. Extension activities to support those learners that need expanded opportunities Platinum and Focus Geography Books have many activities in the chapters as well as revision sections at the end of every topic. The Platinum Geography Book also has extension worksheets, which can be found in the Teacher’s Guide. These extend the learners that need it. Focus Geography components: Platinum Geography components:
• Learner’s Book • Teacher’s Guide with Control Test
Book and Question Bank CD
• Learner’s Book • Teacher’s Guide with Control Test
Book and Question Bank CD