Geography Pathways is a brand new book-per-year course that makes Geography for 11-14 years relevant, engaging and progressive. Each book offers complete coverage of the new Key Stage 3 curriculum and has been written especially for Northern Ireland to contextualise pupil's knowledge and understanding. A unique feature of the series will highlight the pupil-centered approach of the new curriculum by providing opportunities for developing pupils as individuals and as contributors to society, the economy and the environment. The first book for Year 8 explores 'My Place' using local examples to engage pupil's interest in the themes of work, ecosystems, farming, food, landscape and weather. Key features of the series: *A thematic approach to learning enables pupils to develop ideas and skills using relevant, real-life contexts that they can relate to. *Clear learning intentions for each chapter to enforce a personalised learning experience. *Get Active! tasks to promote understanding through progressive thinking and learning strategies using the five skill categories for research; managing information, decision-making, demonstrating creativity and team work, in addition to enquiry skills.
*Extension activities including weblinks to develop a deeper understanding of concepts by providing further opportunities for research. *A Geography in the News chapter and issue-based enquiries to provide opportunities for coursework and fieldwork using a range of methods for undertaking geographical investigation. The author team are experienced Geography teachers and advisers.
This is Book 4 in the Geography for CCEA Series. See all Geography for CCEA books here.
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Editor: Kay Clarke is Chief Examiner for a major awarding body.
Petula Henderson is Principal Examiner for a major awarding body.
Stephen Roulston is the author of Geography Pathways and has experience of examining at all levels, currently at A level.
Peter Corr is a Geography Advisory Officer, and author of Geography Pathways.
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