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Year 10 - Geography

Using 3D GIS for physical geography fieldwork

Fieldwork investigation

Unit Summary

This unit teaches pupils about fieldwork, an important assessment component at GCSE. Pupils will learn about the six stages of enquiry (formulating a question; collecting, presenting and analysing data; and writing conclusions and an evaluation). Pupils will also consider four field study options.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to use 3D GIS to visualise and analyse physical geography fieldwork data.

Key Notes

  • 3D GIS can be used to visualise and configure primary georeferenced data attributes from physical geography fieldwork.
  • 3D GIS visualisations can use attributes including bearing data to create proportional, orientated symbols.
  • 3D GIS visualisations can be time-enabled using temporal data attributes to enhance the visualisation.
  • 3D GIS visualisations of secondary data attributes such as flood risk data can be used to support fieldwork enquiry.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • georeferenced: information which has been tied to a particular location (geolocated), using an agreed system such as latitude and longitude
  • attribute: a data value associated with a feature or variable measure ('field') in a GIS layer
  • bearing: an angle measured clockwise from north 0° to 359°, used to orientate attribute symbols to show direction
  • Elevation Profile: a GIS tool which visualises changes in height above or below sea level along a transect line

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Missing a small step in procedural knowledge for GIS.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain this geography topic using two clear key points.

3D GIS can be used to visualise and configure primary georeferenced data attributes from physical geography fieldwork. 3D GIS visualisations can use attributes including bearing data to create proportional, orientated symbols.

2. Define this geography term and use it in an example. 'georeferenced'

information which has been tied to a particular location (geolocated), using an agreed system such as latitude and longitude.

3. Correct this common geography misunderstanding.

Mistake: Missing a small step in procedural knowledge for GIS. Correction: Emphasise the most likely pitfalls e.g. toggling 'Time'; configuring symbols and pop-ups.

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