| HWK=Homework
N=Numeracy C=Citizenship
L=Literacy ICT=Information
Technology |
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STAGE |
ADDITIONAL SKILLS |
EXTENSION WORK |
RESOURCES |
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Stage Thirteen: The pupils will be introduced to the environmental
consequences of building large structures. Pupils will be asked to list
large structures around the world. A discussion regarding the materials used
to build such structures will be held. How the mining, quarrying, processing
and processing of these materials affects the environment will be
considered. The pupils will then produce a rich picture regarding positive
and negative aspects of building structures. Key words/phrases will be
discussed with the pupils. |
C.
The environment as an important issue to all citizens.
L.
Develop a key word rich picture.
ICT.
Pupils can present the work through use of software.
N.
Figures on pollution and electricity generation discussed.
HWK.
Complete rich picture. |
List
advantages and disadvantages to the environment of building a bridge. |
Environment worksheets /
information sheets.
Intranet connection to the
technology site (structures). |
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Stage Fourteen: The pupils will undertake an exercise in which they
determine the location of a new bridge in Dublin, Eire. They will be shown
two maps of the city, the first a full map and the second a zoom in map.
They will determine the location. They will design a suitable bridge.
Produce a leaflet promoting the bridge to tourists. |
C.
The need to reduce traffic congestion and the right of the individual to be
involved in decision making.
L.
Map reading and the production of a topological/simplified map. Emphasis
placed on who will use the map.
ICT.
Production of a topological map / leaflet using graphics software.
N.
Map scales will be discussed.
HWK.
Complete the leaflet.
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Draw a
topological map of the school labelling classrooms and other facilities. |
Graphics software.
Maps.
Internet Drawing and writing
materials.
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