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May 2008
Shoot Nations 2008 is a global photography competition open to anyone aged 11–24 from anywhere in the world. This year's theme is 'Young People In A Changing Climate' and entrants must take three photographs (or draw three pictures) which capture the following:
- How is climate change affecting your life?
- Act now - be the change!
- Your world in the future.Free resources for teachers are available, including a Shoot Nations workshop toolkit and a Climate Change Scheme of Work.
Prizes include a digital SLR camera and a trip to Quebec and winning work will be exhibited at the World Youth Conference and in London's OXO Gallery.
The deadline for entries is 31 July 2008.
Further information is available on the Shoot Nations website.
(23.05.08)
Did you miss the first round of regional subject leader conferences on the new secondary curriculum run by the GA with CfBT? There is a further conference in the North West on Wednesday 11 June. To book your free place go to the CfBT website.
(19.05.08)
A new blog page, Sarah in Shanghai, has been created which will feature regular updates from International Working Group member Sarah Maude who is now living and working at an international school in Shanghai, China. Find out about various aspects of life, work and culture in China and learn about Sarah's visit to Yunnan and her adventures at the perilous Tiger Leaping Gorge. The latest entry in the blog comments on the nationwide reaction to the devastating earthquake that recently hit the country.
(19.05.08)
It is with great pleasure that we announce three new permanent appointments to take curriculum development and CPD initiatives on to a new level.
Curriculum Development Leaders (Primary): This post is shared by Wendy North and Paula Owens who will continue their excellent work leading the primary programme of the Action Plan for Geography.
Curriculum Development Leader (Secondary): Alan Parkinson is well known for his innovative curriculum work and has already been involved with much of the secondary Action Plan activity.
Further information about the Action Plan team and programme will be added to this website in the coming months. The autumn issue of GA Magazine will also feature an article by the GA's Programme Director, John Lyon, introducing the team and outlining our plans as we continue our work to rejuvenate school geography and ensure its place in the changing curriculum.
Professor David Lambert
GA Chief Executive
(13.05.08)
There are only a little over three weeks remaining for young filmmakers to enter the H2O Reporter Competition. The competition, organized by WaterAid is for 12 to 16 year old filmmakers. The challenge is to produce a five minute, or shorter, length video on the importance of water or toilets and post this on You-Tube. The top two films as chosen by a panel of judges will get to spend a week visiting WaterAid's project work in Tanzania where they will direct a professional crew to make a film of their experience. Visit the WaterAid website for more details. The competition deadline is 7 June 2008.
(14.05.08)
The Council for British Archaeology is currently assessing the use of archaeology within both Key Stage 3 and A level education in England as part of the Engaging the Historic Environment project. The project aims to identify areas where the CBA and English Heritage can promote the use of archaeology within schools and colleges by providing free help, support and resources for teachers. They are asking KS3 and A Level geography teachers to help by filling out one of their surveys.
There are two surveys: Key Stage 3 survey or AS/A level survey.
To find out more about the Council for British Archaeology visit their website.
(14.05.08)
Antique Korean maps, since 1600 is a new exhibition at the gallery of the Korean Cultural Centre in London. A varied programme of events accompanies this exhibition, including lecture and educational programme. For more information visit the Korean Cultural Centre UK website.
'Old Korean maps embody the principles of natural topography pursued by the Koreans of the time, which perceived mankind and nature as an organic whole'.
(14.05.08)
To celebrate the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue, two new eTwinning project kits have been developed for schools to run projects on this topic. The first kit provides an easy and fun way to discuss intercultural dialogue using body language while the second kit focuses on the issue of migration. You can find these project kits at the eTwinning website.
(01.05.08)
On Tuesday 29 April the Guardian published a joint DEA/Department for International Development supplement on global learning. Entitled Think Global, it brings news and features about global learning to a national audience. You can view an electronic version of the supplement.
(01.05.08)
The RGS-IBG Learning and Leading programme provides 16 bursaries for AS/A2 Level students to participate in geographical fieldwork summer schools. The programme also provides 16 geography teachers each summer the opportunity to attend a summer fieldwork masterclass. For more information about these bursaries visit our Funding and Awards page.
(01.05.08)
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