KS5 Geography – globalisation: Rainforest

Overview

Investigate the complex topic of globalisation in our iconic Palm House.

Pupils will research and gain evidence to answer key questions such as; why is the rainforest so important for global trade? Do we, as global citizens, have a responsibility to support fair trade and ethical investment?

This session will support pupils to determine the effects of globalisation on the rainforest and on those people who depend on it. 

Please note, elements of this session will be delivered outside.

Learning outcomes

Pupils will be able to:

• Explain the concept of globalisation, using the tropical rainforest as an example.
• Understand the importance of the rainforest for global trade in food and products.
• Understand and explain the benefits and consequences of globalisation for different stakeholders.
• Discover how fair trade and ethical investment can be developed.

We will ensure learning outcomes are relevant to your pupils and will focus on your chosen exam board.

Keywords

Rainforest, globalisation, global governance, triple bottom line, ecosystem services, stakeholders, trade, Fairtrade, deforestation, biodiversity, sustainability 

Skills

Geographical information

Understand the nature of and use different types of geographical information, including:

• Qualitative and quantitative research.
• Images, maps, diagrams and graphical representations.
• Communicate and evaluate findings, draw well-evidenced conclusions informed by wider theory, and construct extended written argument about geographical matters.

Qualitative and quantitative skills

• Use and understand a mixture of methodological approaches, including using interviews.
• Interpret and evaluate a range of source material including textual and visual source.

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