Is an El Nino event welling up on the horizon?
In a complex interaction of atmosphere, ocean currents and climate impacts, Australian meteorologists are indicating they're seeing the first signs of an El Nino event beginning to develop to...
Earthquake supercycles
Regular high magnitude earthquakes in an area are now known as supercycles
Earthquake preparation operates over different time-scales. There is action 'Before', such as setting minimum building standards for all new construction; advice for 'During' - such as Drop,...
GCSE Geography - Time to Fly with Your Revision
Exam time is nearly upon us and if you haven't started a thorough revision programme, we're here to help!
Powerful earthquake hits Nepal
An earthquake measuring 7.9 on the Richter Scale has hit Kathmandu in Nepal today.
Chilean volcano causes disruption
On Thursday in Chile, the Calbuco volcano erupted.
SPaG Matters in GCSE Geography!
In this blog I want to look at the importance of SPaG in the GCSE Geography exams.
Exam Preparation for GCSE Geography
In this blog I want to look at how to adequately prepare for your exam using a range of tried and tested revision techniques.
Geography bake off
http://www.sundaybaking.co.uk/dorset-coast-themed-cake-durdle-door/Geography and cake, two of my favourite things. This amazing Durdle Door cake has inspired me to set up an end of term Geography...
The current biggest threat to rainforests - Rubber!
Southeast Asian rainforests are under threat as the global demand for rubber tyres increases.
Pollution blamed for fish deaths in Rio Olympic rowing lake
A growth of algae blooms on the surface of the lake has led to thousands of fish dying.
Brazilian Rainforest Deforestation rates down by 80%
Approximately 5000km2 is still being cut down annually, but this is still 80% less than in 2004.
SWAT!
SWAT! is a really simple lesson starter activity that takes very little preparation.
Geography Revision Activity - Heads Together
As exam season is 'in the post' I thought I would share one of my favourite revision activities, Heads Together.
Prediction: A Starter and Plenary
This is a very simple activity that allows a teacher to link two lessons together.
One page comparison of new GCSE specifications
This is a really useful comparison of the new specifications http://geyre.co.uk/2015/04/14/comparison-of-the-new-draft-gcse-syllabuses/
The warming Pacific Ocean affects animal species
Warmer ocean temperatures have led to certain animals being discovered in areas where they aren't usually found. Also, many animals have died due to changing ocean temperatures.
Interactive water cycle diagram
This is an excellent interactive water cycle diagram http://water.usgs.gov/edu/watercycle-kids-adv.html
Shining a Light on Appropriate Technology
A key concept in Development Geography is that of
Appropriate Technology. Growing out of the 'Small is Beautiful' movement
promoted by Dr Ernst Schumacher in the 1970s, the appreciation that...
Water supplies are critical in many areas of the world. Predictions exist that by mid-century there will be more people on the planet and this will put a strain on water supplies.