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Maree Whiteley
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onto Primary Geography for the Australian Curriculum August 17, 2013 10:02 AM
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"One of their lessons [in a series involving geologic sciences] involved teaching the kids about the structure of the Earth. One of her friends came up with the idea of presenting a model of the Earth made out of cake. So my sister asked me if I could make a spherical cake with all the layers of the Earth inside it."
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The F–6/7 Australian Curriculum for Humanities and Social Sciences aims to ensure that students develop: • a sense of wonder, curiosity and respect about places, people, cultures and systems throughout the world, past and present, and an interest in and enjoyment of the study of these phenomena • key historical, geographical, civic and economic knowledge of people, places, values and systems, past and present, in local to global contexts • an understanding and appreciation of historical developments, geographic phenomena, civic values and economic factors that shape society, influence sustainability and create a sense of belonging • the capacity to use inquiry methods and skills, including questioning, researching using reliable sources, analysing, evaluating and communicating • dispositions required for effective participation in everyday life, now and in the future, including critical and creative problem-solving, informed decision making, responsible and active citizenship, enterprising financial behaviour and ethical reflection.
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The Humanities and Social Sciences learning area comprises four subjects. Content descriptions are organised into two interrelated strands:
Humanities and Social Sciences skills, Knowledge and understanding, Key concepts, Relationship between the strands. The two strands are to be integrated in the development of a teaching and learning program. The Knowledge and understanding strand provides the content focus through which skills are developed. Following Pre-primary, the sequencing and description of the skills are in two-year bands (Years 1–2, 3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–10). This may assist in multi-age programming by providing a common skill focus for the teaching and learning of the Knowledge and understanding content.
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General ideas for teaching primary school geography concepts within the Australian Curriculum. Includes ideas for teaching from foundation to Year 7 on each strand. People live in places, places have distinctive features, people are connected in many ways, places are both similar and different, a diverse and connected world, factors that shape the human and environmental characteristics of place and the Earth’s environment sustains all life.
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Great range of ideas here for primary teachers to explore.
's curator insight, November 2, 2015 5:32 PM
many great ideas for Geography at all year levels 
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:04 AM
Great range of ideas here for primary teachers to explore.
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We're learning about maps so I asked my students to show their way home from school. They could choose how they would show their journey. One of my students started drawing.... What did I learn? I ...
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Incredible geographical thinking by this seven year old student...it's all about the QUESTIONING and how we as teachers can engage our students in their learning...just brilliant!
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:04 AM
Incredible geographical thinking by this seven year old student...it's all about the QUESTIONING and how we as teachers can engage our students in their learning...just brilliant!
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Eating at the school cafeteria could've been amazing if you grew up almost anywhere but the U.S.
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Take a facinating journey around the world...through the lens of school lunches. A great classroom activity about food security, the availability of fresh produce and an important message about eating what's in season.
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This pint-sized geography whiz helped Ellen get ready for her trip to Australia! You won't believe how much he knows about the world. Via Grace Dunsdon
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Amazing little Geography Geek...and look out at the end as Ellen gives him a gift. Priceless :-)
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This simple project with help teach kids geography and increase their global awareness as they begin to grasp their city, state, country, and continent.
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So many links to AC Geography here...also Global Education and Intercultural Understanding.
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:06 AM
So many links to AC Geography here...also Global Education and Intercultural Understanding.
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this adventure Starts with you Learn More...
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Take your class on the ultimate field trip and join 55,000 students from 1,200 schools on a global adventure. So many opportunities here to explore beyond Geography with Intercultural Understanding and Critical thinking...active, informed global citizens ��
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A long-term project like writing to a penpal is a great way to consistently work on reading and writing.
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Letter-writing, addressing an envelope and checking the letterbox...did you have a Penpal? Perhaps add a @SkypeClassroom hook-up for a 21st Century twist...
Maree Whiteley's curator insight,
June 19, 2014 6:24 PM
A great Human Geography activity...so many cross-curricula opportunities for Reading, Writing and even ICT if you combine a visit via @SkypeClassroom...
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:02 AM
A great Human Geography activity...so many cross-curricula opportunities for Reading, Writing and even ICT if you combine a visit via @SkypeClassroom...
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This unit takes a global view of geography and the ways that language is used to inform and persuade.
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Another great unit from PETAA and World Vision linking AC English, AC Geography, Intercultural Understanding and Asia.
Maree Whiteley's curator insight,
May 17, 2014 12:14 PM
Another fabulous collaboration between PETAA and World Vision to bring AC English, AC Geography and Intercultural Understanding together.
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:10 AM
Another great unit from PETAA and World Vision linking AC English, AC Geography, Intercultural Understanding and Asia.
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Free online interactive Young Explorer magazine for Pre-primary and Year 1.
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Free AND interactive...thanks National Geographic��
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:11 AM
Free AND interactive...thanks National Geographic��
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The purpose of this blog is to provide a resource for teachers interested in engaging with professional learning in geography. This blog aims to be a repository of professional learning activities, presentations, resources and discussions to support the introduction of high quality geographical teaching and learning
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Great to see so many primary teachers here today #GAWA_PL
Patrick Howlett's curator insight,
April 12, 2016 6:27 AM
Having a sound knowledge of geography skills and tools is essential as well as understanding how to teach them. This Geoaction blog can provide a fantastic launch-pad for teachers wishing to extend their own professional understanding of geography before stepping into the classroom.
Some of the topics/resources accessible through this blog: -Inquiry Based Learning -Literacy -Fieldwork -Integrating Technology/ICT This blog also has a wealth of links to other primary Geography teaching resources such as scoop.it sites, games, lesson plans as well as other links to further blogs and resource sites. The introduction of the new Geography K-10 syllabus, combined with the need to meet the requirements as set out in the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers could potentially place a great amount of stress on teachers of all experience levels when it comes to delivering rich and appropriate content for their classroom. Rae Carlson (2016) notes that a key component of effective teaching is enthusiasm and appreciation of the content form the teacher. A great way to promote this is through confidence in your own knowledge and understanding of the discipline. Carlson, R. (2016) Lecture Slides - EDMT5534, University of Sydney
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Ready for the journey of a lifetime? It will require stamina and creativity, so pack only the essentials: comfortable shoes, paper and pencil, and -- more importantly -- curiosity, empathy, patience,
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"A journey of a thousand miles begins with just one step" Lao-Tzu.
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The GA Secondary Phase Committee have produced a 5-minute fieldwork plan template, which you can use to help ensure your external trips are fully prepared for. Download the resource here.
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The new Australian children’s laureate Leigh Hobbs takes us on a fascinating tour of the best in Australian illustration, from the heartbreaking Shaun Tan to explorations of Indigenous dreamtime and back to his very own and very yellow Mr Chicken’s crazed love affair with London
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What links all of the books selected for this gallery of Australian illustrators is a love and feel for place and, no matter where it is, it becomes the illustrators’ place through the telling of the story – coming from the heart and from memory.
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Are you teaching or learning about Australian made and grown products? Check out the Australian Made Campaign lesson and activity ideas, handouts, background information, images and more. The school kits provide an overview of the Australian Made, Australian Grown Logo, how it is used and why it is a good idea to buy locally made and grown goods.
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Year 6 Geography, Science and English link here...
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Australia's engagement with Asia: A Project-Based Learning Approach. In this article, Maree explains how enquiry into life in Australia and Asia helped teachers to develop their expertise and successfully implement aspects of the new Australia Curriculum.
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Australia's engagement with Asia: A Project-Based Learning Approach. In this article, read how enquiry into life in Australia and Asia helped teachers to develop their expertise and successfully implement aspects of the new Australia Curriculum.
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Great idea to help early years learners understand their 'place'...
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AC Geography key concepts Place, Space, Environment and Interconnection...all in a set of form cups! Love it...
Hoolee Nan's curator insight,
March 30, 2014 5:17 PM
A great way for children to explore countries, areas, positions on maps and get a grasp of their surroundings! Also a fun and interactive idea for the classroom.
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:05 AM
AC Geography key concepts Place, Space, Environment and Interconnection...all in a set of form cups! Love it...
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And these are the magical things we discovered.
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Here's a interesting set of geographical data....Disney female characters! Mathematical data explored using geography and Disney animation...primary or secondary students (and teachers) will love this activity��
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If you have a webcam and an Internet connection, you can take part in Mystery Skype, virtual field trips around the country where students learn the geography, history, and culture of other regions from students just like them.
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Amazing worlds await you and your students to explore...take the ultimate 'field trip' with a @MysterySkype adventure...it's happening right now in classrooms around the world ������
Jamie Mitchell's curator insight,
March 8, 2016 12:06 AM
Amazing worlds await you and your students to explore...take the ultimate 'field trip' with a @MysterySkype adventure...it's happening right now in classrooms around the world ������
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Set up an interactive nature exploration table for children to explore and examine natural elements at first hand. Coupled with some nature journals it becomes a great way to introduce some simple science exploration into the home or classroom with a dedicated area for observation and learning.
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Great AC Geography F-2 activity to explore the concept of 'place'...
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As the kickoff for the World Cup fast approaches, we track down the strangest, remotest and most striking pitches in the world, from Tajikistan to Morocco and Greenland
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Great images to do a 'visible thinking' activity for a Geography inquiry... What do you see? What are you thinking? What are you wondering?
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“ The vocabulary and concepts of maps kids should learn to enhance their map-skills & geography awareness. Concise definitions with clear illustrations.”
Via Nicoletta, Catherine Smyth
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Fabulous list in alphabetical order...
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Summary of Lesson Plan: This lesson introduces students to mapping skills using a grid reference to locate places and position on a map.
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Winter Olympics Word Wall Posters and vocabulary cards It's almost time for the 2014 Winter Olympics! Your Winter Olympics posters are full page posters that
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Enjoy the Winter Games and find out about Russia...
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I think that this came out awesome! I definetly don't think that I would be able to pull something like this off. However what I found intersting about this was that it was like a cake map. Students were able to get a visual about what the earth's core is like. It visually shows them all the different layers of the earth. Just by visually seeing the cake like this will help a lot more kids to remember this lesson. Also by the baker putting the countries in their accurate locations makes this cake even that much better. They are veiwing a map and they don't even know it. I think this cake is a great tool to use to show students just how the earth is actually made up. By allowing the students to visually see it also makes it more likely for them to remember the material. Viewing maps can teach so much, which is why I think this "cake map" is an awesome way to teach and get the kids attention!
project option we currently do for this unit