LESOTHO COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
COURSE OUTLINE
PROGRAMME
DIP.ED SEC. 1
FACULTY
ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT
SOCIAL SCIENCES
COURSE
COURSE TITLE
GEOGRAPHY
GEOGRAPHY CURRICULUM AND TEACHING METHODS
COURSE CODE
GEO 1304 S-B
COURSE TYPE
COMPULSORY
X
NO OF CREDITS
HOURS
ELECTIVE
3Hrs
COURSE
M. N. BILLY
LECTURER
LECTURER’S
+ 266 5899 8130
m.billy@lce.ac.ls
CONTACTS
GROUP
1. Qhanasana Lehlohonolo 5728 5611
REPRESENTATIVES
2. Jobo
Malibata
5778 3755
ABRIDGED COURSE SYNOPSIS
The course introduces student teachers to the basic concepts of curriculum studies within the context of
Geography teaching. Specifically the course covers the introduction of New Integrated curriculum design
and development processes, the natural and scope of school Geography, aims and objectives of teaching
Geography. The course is also meant to instill in student- teachers spirit of Geography understanding,
appreciation and to equip them with the application of educational methods and skills employed in the
teaching / learning of Geography. Students’ presentations will form the basis of the course.
COURSE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
On completion of the course, student – teacher trainees should be able to:
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Describe the basic concepts of curriculum studies.
Acquire geographical teaching, knowledge and skills.
Understand, interpret and assimilate geographical information and pass the knowledge and
information to the students.
Practice geographical teaching methods and techniques.
Plan geography lessons using relevant teaching materials, methods and assessment
strategies appropriately.
Prepare and present the integrated curriculum lesson plans properly.
TOPICS
1.
-An overview and the specifications of the course.
Introduction to
curriculum studies in
Geography teaching.
2.
Integrated curriculum
3.
The nature of school
geography
4.
Towards effective
Geography teaching
5.
Learning environments
6.
Teaching and learning
aids in Geography
7.
Teaching methods and
approaches in
Geography
8.
CONTENT DESCRIPTION
Lesson planning for
-Definition of the concepts related to geography curriculum and
teaching.
-Curriculum development and other processes
- Types of curriculum and characteristics
- Definition, aims and scope of Integrated Curriculum
-The role of stakeholders in curriculum
-Advantages of integrated approach
-Components of curriculum
-The difference between aims and objectives/ learning outcomes.
-Aims and objectives of teaching Geography.
- The basic principles of general education.
- The basic principles of Geography teaching.
-Holistic education and subject integration.
- The ideal geography classroom
-The chalkboard
-Display space and methods
-Environments outside the classroom
-Differences between teaching and learning aids.
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Types of teaching and learning aids in Geography.
-Characteristics of teaching and learning aids in Geography.
-Teaching aids in Geography classroom
Activity: Assignment
-Practical, Demonstration, Fieldwork and Excursions
-Model making, Role playing, Simulation Case study etc
-Description, procedure and characteristics of each method
Activity: Assignment
-Definitions and importance (advantages) of a good lesson plan.
-Types of lesson plan
Preparation of lesson
-Guidelines for lesson planning
-Components (Elements) of a lesson plan
-Preparation of a normal (Teaching) lesson plan
plans
-Presentation of a teaching lesson plan
integrated curriculum
9.
Activity:
10.
Scheme and record of
-What is a scheme of work?
work
-Why scheme and when?
-How to make / draw scheme of work?
11.
Questioning and
-Purpose for effective questioning.
questioning techniques
- Guidelines for the use of good questions
-Characteristics of good questions (effective questions)
-Types of questions by Bloom’s Taxonomy
12.
Evaluation and
-Assessment methods
Assessment strategies
-Formative and summative
-Tests and Examination
13.
Exercises
-Preparation of lesson plans and Scheme and record of work
COURSE ASSESSMENT
Assessment method
Description
Weight
Aligned course learning outcome
Test
Each student will write a
40%
Tests will cover all objectives
class- based Test
Assignment
Assignment will be done
40%
in groups
Presentations
Each student will present
40%
his / her prepared lesson
plan
Examination
60%
Covers all the course objectives.
REFERENCES
1. Marsh,C,J.(1997) Planning Management and Ideology “Key Concepts for Understanding Curriculum”
London. The Palmer press
2. Hurry,J.,(1991) Geography Teaching In Southern Africa: An Introductory Guide Via Africa Limited.
Pretoria. R.S.A.
3. Hall, W.H., et al (1991) Approaches To Geography Teaching: Lexicon Publish, Johannesburg, R.S.A
4. Slater, F.(1982) Learning Through Geography. An Introduction To Activity Planning Heinemann
Educational Books, London
5. Macmillan, J,H.(1997) Classroom Assessment: Principles And Practical For Effective Instruction.
Allyn & Bacon. Boston London.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
-Lectures, Group work, Practical work, Group discussions, and Brain-storm of some topics will be used
in delivering of content.
-Student- teachers will design and develop their own teaching and learning aids by recycling and by
improvised materials.
-They will also make Portfolios for this course.
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