Diversity and change in the local area
I can describe the impact of migration on a local area in the UK.
Diversity and change in the local area
I can describe the impact of migration on a local area in the UK.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Migration makes our population more diverse.
- Diversity within the UK has led to changes in local communities and culture.
- Local areas can change over time as a result of changes in population.
Keywords
Census - the official collection of data about a whole population.
Culture - a way of life, customs and behaviours that a group of people share.
Diversity - the variety of human, physical or cultural characteristics in a geographical area.
Common misconception
Migration just brings people.
Migration brings other cultures, foods and fashion to the UK.
To help you plan your year 7 geography lesson on: Diversity and change in the local area, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 geography lesson on: Diversity and change in the local area, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
4 Questions
The official collection of data about a whole population
A way of life, customs and behaviours that a group of people share
The variety of human, physical or cultural characteristics in an area