Geography · Pioneers 11–15 · Years 7–9
Development, population and global issues
Why are some places richer than others?
What you will learn
- Use development indicators (GDP per capita, life expectancy, literacy) critically
- Explain population change with the demographic transition model
- Analyse causes and impacts of migration using evidence
- Evaluate a development strategy with fieldwork or data
Helpful to know first: Read choropleth maps; Calculate percentages
Discover
Think first: Why are some places richer than others? Say or jot one idea before you read on.
Learn — core route
- Rank countries by 4 indicators and compare rankings
- Population pyramid analysis
- Migration case-study jigsaw
Lessons in this subject: Learn Topics · Geography
Practise — check a common mix-up
A high GDP means everyone in that country is rich.
Most migrants move from poor countries to rich ones.
Apply / Create — Development Data Investigation
Compare two countries using 4 indicators and one case study; write a 600-word evidence-based judgement on what most helps development.
Evidence type: written report · accessible alternative always allowed (speak it, draw it, or show an adult).
How it is judged (rubric)
- Beginning: Describes data
- Developing: Compares 2 indicators
- Secure: Uses 4 indicators + case study to reach a justified conclusion
- Extending: Critiques the indicators themselves
Explain — say what you did
Review later
We'll offer a quick memory check in 7, 21 and 45 days. Mark this done and your Today page will remind you gently.
For grown-ups · framework mappings
- aligned to UK NC · KS3 Geography: human geography; skills
- aligned to IB MYP · Individuals and Societies: global interactions
Status: Live · reviewed
What's next?