Grammar Gazette- Issue 2, 2007

Our Global Communi ty

“This unit opened my eyes to the world around us… it not only showed what countries need help, but how help can be achieved.” Jessica McDougall (11H) “The unit on Development made me aware of the adversities facing our generation in the future.” Brett Conley (11G)

these countries had a profound effect on their lives and they have been so willing to share their perspectives with fellow geography students. These activities are just part of a strategy to help bridge the gap between classroom discussion and the practical application of topics encountered by students on a daily basis. By looking at different aspects of their course globally, students can become more engaged, challenged and stimulated learners at a local level. Mr Jeff Wheatley, Head of Geography

organised by TEAR Australia, a Non Government Organisation. This provided a practical opportunity for students to take a positive step and to proactively apply their knowledge gained in classroom discussions. A number of our Geography students have availed themselves of the wonderful opportunities associated with the School’s Antipodeans trips to Peru (2004) and India (2006). Through these very personal experiences the girls have been able to draw on a vast array of geographic concepts developed in class. Visiting

were put into a series of role play simulations. Each student paid a token amount of money for a special lunch held in the Annie Mackay Room. While there were thoughts of a fast food lunch extravaganza, this quickly dissipated when they were served a bowl of rice, thin soup and glass of water. Through this role play the students experienced how the majority of people in the world feel when supplies of food are inadequate leading to malnutrition and starvation. The concluding part of the activity had students deciding how best to allocate the money raised to programmes

“I believe that now, having studied this I will be more aware of the world around me and have a greater understanding of how fortunate I really.” Brodie Grant-Taylor (11M) “I have learnt that the developing world does have the power to make a difference.” Caitlin Bennett (11W)

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Africa – Population with access to clean water 2004

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Source: The World Bank Development Data & ESRI Created by Amber

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6 grammar gazette spring 2007