Simple preface for geography assignment
of class 9 ICSE
Answers
Answer:
I. Natural Disasters have in recent times become a cause of concern with
many areas being affected by Floods, Earthquakes, Hurricanes, Volcanic
eruptions and other ecological disasters leading to huge losses to human
life and property. What steps must be undertaken to reduce their occurrence
and ensure their prevention. Prepare a report on the same using additional
tools of Sketch maps and other reference material.
Learning Objectives
• To create awareness regarding recent ecological disasters; their social and
economic impact.
• To enhance the understanding of how and why ecological disasters take place.
• To help students identify ways and means of preventing specific ecological
disasters.
• To develop the ability to gather information and present it in a coherent manner.
1. Learning Outcomes
On completion of the assignment students should be able to:
• know what ecological disasters are.
• list some of the recent ecological disasters that have happened in India/ around
the world.
• have a better understanding of the man-environment interaction and how
human activity affects the environment.
• understand the effects an ecological disaster has on the social-economic lives of
people.
• identify ways by which ecological disasters may be prevented.
2. Methodology
• Discuss the assignment with students.
• Explain the Evaluation Criteria.
• Guide the students regarding available sources of references.
• Enquire about the progress made and give constant encouragement.
• Students must be informed to list their sources and references.
• Encourage the use of reference tools.
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