7–10Geography 7–10 Syllabus (2024)
The new Geography 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027 and will replace the Geography K–10 Syllabus (2015).
2025 and 2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching the new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts. Schools may choose to implement the new syllabus during the planning and preparation phase.
Content
Stage 5
Geographical tools content is to be integrated throughout the course where appropriate.
Maps are to be integrated into Stage 5 as appropriate: Loading and Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , topographic maps, Loading and Loading , such as Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading .
Identify key Loading on a range of maps using Loading
Identify relationships between physical and human features using a range of maps
Identify and interpret Loading using a range of maps
Distinguish between large-scale maps and small-scale maps
Determine direction using a 16-point compass
Locate features on a map using Loading coordinates in degrees and minutes
Locate features on a map using area and grid references
Measure distances on a map using a ratio scale
Identify and interpret Loading
Determine the Loading of a location using contour lines
Calculate the Loading between 2 points using Loading and contour lines
Identify the Loading using contour lines
Calculate the Loading as a ratio
Calculate area on a map using a ratio scale
Construct a Loading from a topographic map
Measure Loading on a map
Determine the Loading of a specific feature on a map
Construct and interpret choropleth maps and thematic maps
Analyse weather maps, including wind speed and direction, Loading , Loading and rainfall, to determine weather conditions and patterns and make simple weather predictions
Fieldwork instruments are to be integrated into Stage 5 as appropriate: compasses, Loading , Loading , Loading , measuring equipment, weather instruments, identification charts, testing equipment and photographic devices.
Fieldwork is used to collect and observe data through one or more senses, using geographical tools such as maps, graphs or spatial technologies to identify connections and draw conclusions. Fieldwork may involve measuring, collecting and recording data, and developing and conducting surveys or interviews.
Develop geographical questions and plan an inquiry
Identify, collect and record geographical information
Develop and conduct surveys and interviews
Use fieldwork tools to collect geographical information
Draw conclusions from the data collected
Evaluate the fieldwork study
Data and graphs are to be integrated into Stage 5 as appropriate: Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , Loading , line, column and bar graphs.
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Construct and interpret a range of data tables and graphs
Construct and interpret population profiles
Construct and interpret sector graphs
Use scatter plots and bubble charts to identify correlations within data
Use a range of graphs and tables
Use quantitative data and graphs to identify patterns, trends and changes
Identify and calculate maximum, minimum, total, mean, median, mode, range and rank order
Loading are to be integrated into Stage 5 as appropriate: Loading , satellite images, global positioning systems (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), augmented reality, virtual reality and Loading .
Interpret geographical information using a range of spatial technologies
Determine connections, impacts and changes over time using virtual or digital maps and satellite images
Measure distances and calculate area using virtual or digital maps
Record and map features at different locations using GPS
Interpret relationships between geographical data using GIS
Analyse remote sensing data to interpret features in the environment
Additional geographical representations are to be integrated into Stage 5 as appropriate: 3D models and globes, illustrations, multimedia, Loading , paintings and artworks, diagrams, infographics, mind maps, cartoons, flow charts, Loading , Loading Knowledge Systems (such as Loading and Oral Histories), sketches such as Loading , Loading and Loading , digital tools such as apps and web tools, and Loading classified by location and angle.
Identify different types of photographs from the location they were taken or the angle at which they were taken
Interpret photographs and satellite images to determine how a place has changed over time
Identify and describe spatial patterns and changes using a variety of geographical representations
Use tactile graphics and models to conceptualise geographical information
Use photographs and satellite images to describe the rate and extent of change
Document experiences of places and spaces using photographs and other relevant geographical representations
Describe and explain spatial patterns and changes using a range of geographical representations