Change in a local area
I can use past and current sources of evidence to identify how I could investigate change in the locality.
Change in a local area
I can use past and current sources of evidence to identify how I could investigate change in the locality.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Geographical enquiry develops existing geographical knowledge by examining evidence and gathering data in the field.
- Previous studies of the local area are sources of evidence but can date quickly.
- Evidence for local area change can be found in historical maps and current OS maps, which are refreshed annually.
- Evidence for recent change or local issues can also be found in the news, from talking to people and through fieldwork.
Keywords
Enquiry - An enquiry is an investigation of a geographical question or issue.
Historical maps - Historical maps show what an area was like in the past.
OS Maps - OS maps are the official maps of Great Britain produced by the Ordnance Survey.
Media - The media comprises all the ways that lots of people receive their information, including television, radio, newspapers and the internet.
Common misconception
Children need to understand that evidence can become dated - especially mapping and media evidence.
You could present some media reports of an issue which has been resolved (e.g. a new road crossing).
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Equipment
OS maps of the local area, hisotrical and current. Media reports of local area issues.
Licence
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