DAHSC · Geography
Geography, Place and Climate
Lower secondary (ages 12–14) Ages 12–14 48 hours en
Read landscapes, maps, climate and human settlements.
Map skills, landforms, water, climate change, cities and relationships between people and place.
Curriculum family: Decolonise Africa Homework School Curriculum
Course overview
This Geography course connects core university concepts to African contexts, practical inquiry and community-based application. Learners work through guided readings, a weekly studio and an applied final task.
Learning outcomes
Explain key Geography concepts; analyse evidence and assumptions; apply methods to an African case; communicate findings clearly; reflect on ethics, power and community impact.
Weekly outline
Week 1: Orientation and local context; Week 2: Core concepts; Week 3: Methods and evidence; Week 4: African case study; Week 5: Applied project; Week 6: Assessment and reflection.
Assessment
Weekly activities 30%; participation and peer response 20%; applied final project 50%.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisite. Learners need curiosity, regular study time and access to weekly course materials.
Course media
Exams and assessment papers
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Weekly lessons
| Week | Lesson | Studio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Week 1 - Orientation and local context: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 2 | Week 2 - Key concepts and vocabulary: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 3 | Week 3 - Methods, evidence and practice: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 4 | Week 4 - African case study and application: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 5 | Week 5 - Community project or problem studio: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 6 | Week 6 - Reflection, assessment and next steps: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 7 | Unit 7 - a local case study: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 8 | Unit 8 - comparison across places: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 9 | Unit 9 - voice and representation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 10 | Unit 10 - ethics and responsibility: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 11 | Unit 11 - systems and relationships: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 12 | Unit 12 - patterns and interpretation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 13 | Unit 13 - measurement and proportion: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 14 | Unit 14 - change over time: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 15 | Unit 15 - power and access: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 16 | Unit 16 - community strengths: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 17 | Unit 17 - primary sources and lived experience: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 18 | Unit 18 - research questions: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 19 | Unit 19 - organising evidence: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 20 | Unit 20 - mid-course synthesis: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 21 | Unit 21 - language and meaning: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 22 | Unit 22 - identity and community memory: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 23 | Unit 23 - land, environment and place: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 24 | Unit 24 - technology and access: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 25 | Unit 25 - designing a fair process: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 26 | Unit 26 - creative practice: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 27 | Unit 27 - problem definition: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 28 | Unit 28 - hypotheses and explanations: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 29 | Unit 29 - testing and revision: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 30 | Unit 30 - collaboration: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 31 | Unit 31 - communicating to an audience: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 32 | Unit 32 - visuals, numbers and media: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 33 | Unit 33 - resources and sustainability: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 34 | Unit 34 - rights and dignity: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 35 | Unit 35 - regional connections: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 36 | Unit 36 - project proposal: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 37 | Unit 37 - project purpose: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 38 | Unit 38 - project consultation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 39 | Unit 39 - project preparation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 40 | Unit 40 - project milestone one: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 41 | Unit 41 - constructive feedback: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 42 | Unit 42 - improving after feedback: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 43 | Unit 43 - quality and standards: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 44 | Unit 44 - risk and safety: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 45 | Unit 45 - leadership and responsibility: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 46 | Unit 46 - African innovation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 47 | Unit 47 - professional application: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 48 | Unit 48 - project milestone two: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 49 | Unit 49 - accessible knowledge: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 50 | Unit 50 - self-assessment: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 51 | Unit 51 - debate and evidence: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 52 | Unit 52 - policy and collective action: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 53 | Unit 53 - livelihoods and value: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 54 | Unit 54 - health and wellbeing: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 55 | Unit 55 - climate resilience: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 56 | Unit 56 - heritage and future generations: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 57 | Unit 57 - digital literacy: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 58 | Unit 58 - community review: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 59 | Unit 59 - project milestone three: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 60 | Unit 60 - independent inquiry: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 61 | Unit 61 - theory and practice: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 62 | Unit 62 - uncertainty and limitations: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 63 | Unit 63 - future pathways: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 64 | Unit 64 - justice and reciprocity: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 65 | Unit 65 - clear presentation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 66 | Unit 66 - project rehearsal: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 67 | Unit 67 - final evidence: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 68 | Unit 68 - applied project completion: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 69 | Unit 69 - public storytelling: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 70 | Unit 70 - teacher conference: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 71 | Unit 71 - exam preparation: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 72 | Unit 72 - practice assessment: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 73 | Unit 73 - correcting misconceptions: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 74 | Unit 74 - peer teaching: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 75 | Unit 75 - course synthesis: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 76 | Unit 76 - learning portfolio: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 77 | Unit 77 - community action: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 78 | Unit 78 - learner voice: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 79 | Unit 79 - assessment submission: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
| 80 | Unit 80 - mentorship and lifelong learning: Geography, Place and Climate Open full lesson | Learner activity: make a one-page response for Geography, Place and Climate. Start with what you already know, investigate one local example, compare two viewpoints, create a small artefact or worked solution, and share your reasoning with a peer or family member. |
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