A PPT presentation outlining the basics on how we predict and forecast for tropical storms, the technology involved and the complex nature of the storms themselves. Includes classwork exercises using ICT and questions on a very informative Wired video clip on hurricane data collection from specialised aircraft.

This resource contains a genuine 9 level paper written by a student. It has one version that can be given to students to mark, and another for teachers that shows the examiner’s marks. It is a good revision and class lesson into paper 1 skills (Physical Geography) and the levels required for different topics. The student answered questions on Economic Activity and Energy, Urban Environments, Fragile Environments and Geographical Investigation questions on Urban Geography fieldwork. For IGCSE Geography 9-1 Edexcel Paper of May 2019

Biodiversity patterns - Key Ideas: Biodiversity can be defined in different ways ; The distribution of biodiversity depends on a range of factors. Presentation with set classwork and homework, links to short videos on themes covered and links to resources for further study.

Power Point presentation to cover week 2 of SOW for lessons on Biodiversity Under Threat including: Key ideas: Ecosystem services is an important concept and Key processes operate within ecosystems maintaining their health. What are the major reasons why we are losing so much biodiversity? The range of threats, The ‘eco-squeeze’, The value of the Amazon Perceptions on biodiversity, Ecoregions Classwork on above. Case study: The Mediterranean Basin Biodiversity Hotspot Energy flow, Food Web of the Tropical Rainforest Case study: Californian kelp forest Case study: Chinese mitten crab Nutrient cycles Case Study: Protecting the giant panda

Tropical Cyclones - A level - Formation, Source and track, Hazards. A presentation for IA2 Edexcel A level for compulsory unit: Atmosphere and Weather Systems. This presentation covers tropical cyclones as a major short-term weather hazard, Source and track, cross-section of a tropical cyclone, formation and associated hazards. There are a couple of past paper questions taken from other examining boards to cover student breadth of knowledge and links to many external YouTube videos to help get a good background in tropical cyclone formation. Specifically designed for International A Level students (Edexcel) but suitable for all other boards too. (This presentation may take over 2 full lessons to complete as there are over 40 slides and the above-mentioned video links)

IAS Geog - Week 1 - World at Risk - Global hazards and causes 65 slide presentation with video links for clear explanation and classroom activities Enquiry question: What are global hazards and what causes them? IAS Geography / Topic 1: World at Risk When does a hazard become a disaster? Natural hazards are caused bygeophysical processes: Earthquakes, Volcanoes, Landslides, Tsunamis. Natural hazards are caused byhydro-meteorological processes: Cyclones, Depressions, Weather associated with a depression, Hurricanes, Drought, Floods, Tornadoes, El Niño explained. Disaster risk can be explained bythe relationship between hazards,vulnerability and capacity to cope (The Disaster Risk Equation) Global Warming: Causes of global warming, The major sources of greenhouses gases, Predicted Effects of Global Warming for the year 2100, What have we done about it so far? UNFCCC – 20 Years of Effort and Achievement, Kyoto Protocol, Paris Agreement, Bonn climate change conference (COP 23) Context and chronic hazards

IGCSE Geography 9-1 - Edexcel - River Environments: Flooding -Causes, Effects, Control. A 40 slide presentation which covers the unit requirements to teach the above. Also includes classwork as you progress through the presentation and exam-style extended answer homework with a brief guide on how to answer correctly and maximise marks. Extra information and video links from The Guardian, BBC and Met Office and case study brief notes on MEDC/LEDC comparison using Boscastle/Bangladesh.

A 30-slide PPT presentation that describes the action taken to preserve Brazil’s rainforest today an through the recent past. Includes information and video clips on: The Forest Code CAR (Cadastro Ambiental Rural) Amazon Region Protected Areas also Replanting projects US-Brazil partnership The United Nations - UN-REDD United Nations Forum on Forests CITES International Tropical Timber Agreement Illegal logging control Satellites being used to fight illegal logging

A 110 slide presentation showing the diversity of habitats occurring in Cyprus and species that these support as a result of varied geology, topography and geographical isolation, but also proximity to three continents coupled with a long human impact dating back 10,000 to 12,000 years. Very useful for Geography A level students, Environmental Science students and Biology students of all levels. Contains very detailed account of species, photographs and video links

This 8 slide PPT presentation introduces the topic of desertification to IGCSE Geography students. Includes brief definitions, shows the global reach and emphasises the effect of the Sahel and Senegal in particular. Video links show how, contrary to popular perception, desertification is not the loss of land to desert but refers to land degradation resulting from climatic variations and human activities. Other links show the Israeli experience, and a UN clip of the Somalia experience.

This presentation is suitable for both IGCSE and IAS students, giving an insight into the key concepts of smart and sustainable cities. The CASE STUDIES FOR GEOGRAPHY AS and IGCSE cover the (Vauban district of) Freiburg, Hamburg, Bristol, and Copenhagen The 30 slide PPT presentation includes numerous video links for the above cities and good sources for further reading.

Creating a conflict matrix for The Akamas Peninsula in Cyprus is a PPT presentation to guide the students through the process of creating a conflict matrix. There are 59 slides in the presentation to represent all the players and stakeholders in teh area and an example of a conflict matrix for reference.

Why do places choose to rebrand? An outline for Geography AS students.

EVALUATION OF 4 ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SOURCES A COST-BENEFIT ANALYSIS Copy the table below in your exercise books to give you more space to write freely. Work in pairs. Name the resource, 3 benefits and 3 costs (at least). Write your answers out fully (not as bullet points) Word file - Class activity

The rise of the megacities and the problems of rapid urbanisation - Part of the Urban Environments topic for the IGCSE 9-1 Edexcel Geography syllabus. Includes: What is a megacity? / Megacities around the world / Why are the megacities growing? / The problems of rapid urbanisation / Videos on Delhi Air Pollution, Water provision in Bangalore, Waste disposal / Classwork and homework activity. 27 ppt slides.

IGCSE Geography Edexcel 9-1 (2017) presentation with activities and exam-style questions

Urban Challenges in the Developed and Developing World: A video clip presentation for students to take notes and to get engaged in urban challenges as part of their IGCSE course. London: Green roofs - Sustainable design case studies - links to many video clips Developing world cities - Brazil, India, China, Thailand -Housing, Economy, Traffic, Cancer rivers, pollution: links to many videos Dealing with the problems: Video links for the following: Mexico: Pollution fighting architecture Reduce your eco-footprint Amsterdam electric transport Curitiba – A Sustainable City EcoCity Cyprus