Geography - Water in the World
Key syllabus outcomes:
A student:
- locates and describes the diverse features and characteristics of a range of places and environments GE4-1
- discusses management of places and environments for their sustainability GE4-5
- acquires and processes geographical information by selecting and using geographical tools for inquiry GE4-7
- communicates geographical information using a variety of strategies GE4-8
Key inquiry question:
- How do natural and human processes influence the distribution and availability of water as a resource?
Inquiry questions:
- How do natural and human processes influence the Hacking River and Kangaroo Creek in the Royal National Park?
- Is the Hacking River a suitable habitat to sustain a platypus population?
Learning activities may include:
- Return bushwalk to Kangaroo Creek (3km, moderate hike, steep sections)
- Compare features of Kangaroo Creek and Hacking River (above and below the Weir)
- Sample macroinvertebrates (dipnet) and assess water quality
- Test water factors (e.g., turbidity, salinity, dissolved oxygen)
- Assess habitat (e.g., bank, vegetation, stream flow)
- Record park uses that impact habitat/water quality
- Draw a field sketch
- Listen to a Dreaming Story relating to water