SHS1 Geography · Semester 2 Week 6: Geospatial Data Collection, Representation and Interpretation

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.2.2.LI.2 - Assess the geospatial data collection tools

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Compare the advantages and disadvantages of traditional geospatial data collection tools (chain, compass) with modern tools (GPS, remote sensing, mobile apps) using at least three criteria such as accuracy, cost and speed.
Justify the choice of a particular geospatial data collection tool for a given scenario, explaining at least two reasons for the choice.
Evaluate the reliability of geospatial data collected using different tools by identifying potential sources of error in each method.
Recommend the most appropriate geospatial data collection tool for a real-life surveying problem in their community, defending their recommendation in a group discussion.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Navigating Our Environment (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Geospatial Data Collection, Representation and Interpretation (2.2)
Content standard: 1.2.2.CS.1 - 1.2.2.CS.1 Demonstrate knowledge and skills in basic geospatial data collection methods 1.2.2.LO.1 Collect geospatial data using both traditional methods e.g. chain and compass surveying and modern methods e.g. remote sensing, Global Positioning System (GPS) and mobile Apps
Indicator: 1.2.2.LI.2 - Assess the geospatial data collection tools
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 6 (Week 26 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 47

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Collaborative learning: Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the various spatial data collection methods/tools. Ensure that reserved learners contribute during discussion. The emotions of approaching proficiency learners should not be override when they don't contribute to discussion as expected.

Assessment (1.2.2.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Mobile phone
- Computer Apps
- Google Earth App
- GPS
- Video on how satellites revolve around the earth