The earth’s environment

Dubbo

Geography

Summary

S2 - Geography
Explore Australian and Sumatran habitats and learn how people value, use and conserve environments globally.

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Stage
Stage 2
Learning areas
Geography
Duration
45 minutes
Cost
$14.00 per student for NSW Government Schools, or $16.00 per student for non-NSW Government Schools.
Inclusions
Includes workshop session, learning resource and Zoo entry.

Workshop overview

In this workshop students will examine the unique features of Australian and Sumatran habitats and meet some animals that depend on these environments. Students will discover the ways people value and conserve environments, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. They will learn how their everyday consumer choices impact critical environments across the globe. While in grounds, a visit to the Wild Asian Wetlands is valuable to reinforce the concepts discussed in this workshop.

Learning outcomes

Stage: Stage 2

Outcomes

Content

Human Society and its Environment (HSIE)

HS2-GEO-01: Explains how people care for Australia's environments and partiicpate in Australian society, using geographical information

Describe how Aboriginal Peoples sustainably use the resources of Country
Identify and compare climate zones in Australia using choropleth maps showing temperature, humidity and vegetation
Compare seasonal rainfall in places in Australia
Compare natural and human features of Australia with another country

Taronga Education is dedicated to providing inclusive and accessible learning experiences for all students. Our aim is to support every student’s participation and engagement in our workshops, and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments for your students. Please contact our education team with any queries you might have.

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