SHS1 Geography · Semester 2 Week 18: Environmental Hazards and Their Management

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.3.4.LI.1 - Differentiate between hazards and disasters

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define the terms “hazard” and “disaster” in their own words, distinguishing clearly between the two concepts.
Classify given events or situations in Ghana as either hazards or disasters, justifying their classification with reasons.
Explain how a hazard can escalate into a disaster, using at least one local or national example.
Discuss the relationship between hazards, vulnerability and disasters, demonstrating strategic reasoning about cause and effect.
Identify types of hazards common in their own community and in Ghana, showing awareness of their local environment.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Human and Environment (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Environmental Hazards and Their Management (3.4)
Content standard: 1.3.4.CS.1 - 1.3.4.CS.1 Demonstrate understanding of the concepts 'hazard' and 'disaster' 1.3.4.LO.1 Sketch a map showing the environmental hazard areas in Ghana
Indicator: 1.3.4.LI.1 - Differentiate between hazards and disasters
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 18 (Week 38 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. 60

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for Learning: Through questioning, learners brainstorm (i) The definition of hazards and disasters (ii) Types of hazards and disasters in Ghana from your community
Collaborative Learning: In pairs, map areas prone to environmental disasters (e.g. earthquakes or tremors, landslides, floods and drought) in your community or Ghana. Learners during discussions should provide opportunities for others to practice identifying potential situations or experiences that lead to feeling overwhelmed and struggling to manage emotions.

Assessment (1.3.4.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- A visit to hazards or disaster-prone areas in your community.
- Pictures/videos, maps and other sources showing hazards/disasters in Ghana.
- Use pictures/videos, maps and other sources showing disasters in Ghana.