Physical Settings and People · SHS3 Geography

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.3.1.LI.1 - Compare Ghana’s population growth to that of Africa and the world

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

State the current population figures of Ghana, Africa and the world from provided data sources.
Calculate and compare the annual population growth rates of Ghana, Africa and the world using given figures.
Construct simple comparative charts (bar graphs or line graphs) showing population trends for Ghana, Africa and the world over the last 50 to 60 years.
Explain at least three reasons why Ghana’s population growth rate differs from Africa’s overall rate and from the world’s average rate.
Interpret population data to predict at least one likely consequence of current growth trends for Ghana’s development by 2050.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Human and Environment (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Physical Settings and People (3.1)
Content standard: 3.3.1.CS.2 - 3.3.1.CS.2 Analyse the population growth and migration trends in Africa and the world 3.3.1.LO.2 Compare Ghana's population growth and migration trends to Africa and the world.
Indicator: 3.3.1.LI.1 - Compare Ghana's population growth to that of Africa and the world
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 5 (Week 25 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. 113

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Experiential learning: Using relevant charts and figures, compare Ghana's population growth to that of Africa and the world. Learners should realise that they can accomplish their goals with hard work, persistence, and good strategies.

Assessment (3.3.1.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Use available population and migration data from Ghana Statistical Service, National Population Council, International Organisation for Migration (IOM) any other sources to facilitate your discussions.