Year 9/10 Geography Assessment Task Notes

Year 9/10 Geography Assessment Task Overview

Task Details

  • Title of Task: Task 1 - Human Wellbeing Topic Test

  • Unit(s) of Work: Human Wellbeing

  • Weighting: 30% of overall marks

  • Marks: Total of 45

  • Date of Issue: Term 1, Week 6B

  • Date of Task:

  • Year 9 Classes: Week 9A - Friday 28th March - Period 3 (in usual Maths room)

  • Year 10 Class: Week 10B - Monday 31st March

  • Time Allowed: 45 minutes

  • Equipment Needed:

  • Calculator

  • Black or blue pen

  • Pencil

  • Ruler

  • Eraser

AI and Assessment Conditions

  • The assessment will be conducted in controlled conditions to prevent the use of AI.

  • Students are expected to rely on their knowledge, understanding, and skills.

Assessment Structure

The examination will include:

  • Multiple Choice Questions:

  • Geography skills/tools

  • Knowledge and understanding of Human Wellbeing

  • Short Answer Questions:

  • Tools, knowledge, and understanding of Human Wellbeing

Learning Outcomes Being Assessed

  • GE5-1: Explains diverse features and characteristics of various places and environments.

  • GE5-2: Explains processes and influences that shape places and environments.

  • GE5-3: Analyses interactions and connections between people, places, and environments.

  • GE5-4: Addresses perspectives of various people and organisations on geographical issues.

  • GE5-5: Assesses strategies for managing places and environments sustainably.

  • GE5-7: Acquires and processes geographical information using appropriate tools.

  • GE5-8: Communicates geographical information effectively to different audiences.

Topic Areas That May Be Assessed

Development and Human Wellbeing

  • Key Definitions:

  • Human Wellbeing: Definitions relating to Development, Poverty, Wealth.

  • Measures of Human Wellbeing:

  • Qualitative measures: subjective assessments, quality of life.

  • Quantitative measures: objective assessments, life expectancy, economic indicators.

  • Spatial Variations:

  • Understanding how human wellbeing varies in different regions.

  • Issues and Consequences of Spatial Variations:

  • Barriers to improving wellbeing, including:

    • Environmental factors

    • Low life expectancy

    • Lack of adequate shelter

    • Access to clean water and health services

  • Causes of spatial inequality: internal (within a country) and external (global factors).

  • Timor Leste Case Study:

  • Physical Geography: Location, climate, geography of the region.

  • Daily Life: Issues like health standards, poverty, and the concept of 'Hunger Season'.

  • Types of Foreign Aid: Discussion on various aid types and their impacts.

Geographical Skills and Tools

  • Climate Graphs: Essential for understanding weather and climate patterns.

  • Graph Interpretation:

  • Understanding and analyzing line and column graphs.

  • Population Pyramids:

  • Analysis of demographic data through population structure visualizations.

  • Maps:

  • Includes thematic maps and choropleth maps for spatial analysis.

  • Statistics:

  • Analysis of data pertaining to human development indicators, e.g., GDP, HDI (Human Development Index).

Preparation Tips

  • Review key definitions and measures of human wellbeing.

  • Familiarize yourself with the Timor Leste case study and its specifics.

  • Practice interpreting various graphs and maps to bolster geographical skills.

Study Guide: Human Wellbeing Topic Test

Task Overview

  • Title of Task: Task 1 - Human Wellbeing Topic Test

  • Weighting: 30% of overall marks

  • Total Marks: 45

  • Date of Task:

  • Year 9 Classes: Week 9A - Friday 28th March - Period 3 (in usual Maths room)

  • Year 10 Class: Week 10B - Monday 31st March

  • Time Allowed: 45 minutes

  • Equipment Needed:

  • Calculator

  • Black or blue pen

  • Pencil

  • Ruler

  • Eraser

Assessment Conditions

  • Conducted in controlled conditions to prevent AI use.

  • Rely on knowledge, understanding, and skills.

Assessment Structure

  • Multiple Choice Questions:

  • Geography skills/tools

  • Knowledge of Human Wellbeing

  • Short Answer Questions:

  • Tools, knowledge, and understanding of Human Wellbeing

Learning Outcomes

  • GE5-1 to GE5-8: Various geographical skills and understanding related to places and environments, processes shaping them, and effective communication.

Topic Areas

Development and Human Wellbeing

  • Key Definitions:

  • Human Wellbeing, Development, Poverty, Wealth.

  • Measures of Human Wellbeing:

  • Qualitative measures: Quality of life assessments.

  • Quantitative measures: Life expectancy, economic indicators.

  • Spatial Variations:

  • Understanding regional variations in human wellbeing.

  • Issues and Consequences:

  • Barriers: Environmental factors, low life expectancy, shelter access.

  • Causes: Internal and external spatial inequality.

  • Timor Leste Case Study:

  • Physical Geography: Location, climate, geography.

  • Daily Life Issues: Health standards, poverty, 'Hunger Season'.

  • Foreign Aid Types: Discussion on various aids and their impacts.

Geographical Skills and Tools

  • Climate Graphs: Understanding weather patterns.

  • Graph Interpretation: Analyzing line and column graphs.

  • Population Pyramids: Demographic data visualization.

  • Maps: Thematic and choropleth maps for spatial analysis.

  • Statistics: Data analysis related to development indicators (GDP, HDI).

Preparation Tips

  • Review definitions and measures of human wellbeing.

  • Study the Timor Leste case for specific insights.

  • Practice interpreting graphs and maps for better geographic skills.