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Visualising Physical Geography: The How and Why of Using Diagrams to Teach Geography 11–16

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Visualising Physical Geography by Luke Tayler is a practical teaching guide designed to help educators explain physical geography concepts effectively to students aged 11 to 16. Featuring over 200 detailed diagrams, it covers essential topics such as rocks and weathering, plate tectonics, rivers, coasts, weather and climate, ecosystems, and glaciation. The book balances clarity with depth, avoiding oversimplification while making complex processes accessible. It includes background information, common misconceptions, comprehension questions, and extension activities to support learning.
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This book is ideal for geography teachers and subject leads working with Key Stage 3 and 4 students who want to improve their teaching of physical geography through visual methods supported by research.

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This practical guide breaks down the complex and broad field of physical geography, demonstrating how diagrams can be used by teachers to effectively explain the key concepts behind many natural processes and landforms. With over 200 diagrams that cover key topics, this is an essential guide for any Key Stage 3 or 4 Geography teacher.

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This practical guide breaks down the complex and broad field of physical geography, demonstrating how diagrams can be used by teachers to effectively explain the key concepts behind many natural processes and landforms. Featuring over 200 diagrams that cover the key topics taught in Key Stage 3 and 4 Geography, the book shows teachers how they can convey age-appropriate concepts without overwhelming or oversimplifying.

Supported by summaries of background knowledge, common misconceptions, questions to check understanding, and extension activities, the concepts and topics explored include:

  • Rocks and weathering
  • Plate tectonics
  • Rivers
  • Coasts
  • Weather and climate
  • Ecosystems
  • Glaciation

Backed by research and evidence to support the use of diagrams in the classroom, this is an essential read for any geography teacher or subject lead who wants to support their students in learning key concepts in physical geography.

Visualising Physical Geography: The How and Why of Using Diagrams to Teach Geography 11–16 by Luke Tayler offers invaluable insights for educators keen to enrich their geography teaching practices.

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Esteemed experts praise the book’s use of diagrams to enhance learning. Richard E. Mayer highlights its foundation in multimedia learning research, noting how it effectively combines words and graphics for better understanding. Professor Martin Evans commends the book for simplifying complex environmental systems with clear visual aids, calling it an excellent resource for geography teachers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781032301051

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Illustration: 2 Tables, black and white; 335 Line drawings, color; 8 Halftones, color; 343 Illustrations, color

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 189.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 806g

Pages: 296

About the Author

Luke Tayler is Head of Geography at St Christopher’s School, Bahrain.

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