Urban Issues and Challenges · Spring Term

Informal Settlements

Students will focus on the causes and characteristics of informal settlements (slums) and their role in urban development.

Key Questions

  1. Explain how the informal economy provides a crucial lifeline for residents of informal settlements.
  2. Analyze the social and environmental challenges faced by residents of informal settlements.
  3. Evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies for improving living conditions in slums.

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Geography - Urban GrowthGCSE: Geography - Urban Issues and Challenges
Year: Year 11
Subject: Geography
Unit: Urban Issues and Challenges
Period: Spring Term

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30–50 min

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25–50 min

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