Global Systems and Governance · Autumn Term

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in Global Studies

Introduces the application of GIS for analyzing global patterns of trade, migration, and development.

Key Questions

  1. Explain how GIS can reveal hidden patterns in global data sets.
  2. Analyze the limitations of using GIS for representing complex human phenomena.
  3. Design a GIS-based inquiry to investigate a global development issue.

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

A-Level: Geography - Global Systems and Global GovernanceA-Level: Geography - Geographical Skills
Year: Year 13
Subject: Geography
Unit: Global Systems and Governance
Period: Autumn Term

Suggested Methodologies

Flipped Classroom

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30–55 min

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25–50 min

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