Getting to grips with OCR Geography qualifications Subject Specialists: Abi Carter Mark Smith Shelley Monk

Geography Subject Specialists Abi Carter Former Head of Geography, Birchwood High School Studied Geography at University of Hertfordshire and Cambridge University Mark Smith Over 5 years at OCR in various roles Studied Physical Geography at Portsmouth University Shelley Monk Former Head of Geography at a UK and British International School Studied Geography at Royal Holloway , London

OCR Geography Vision KS3 KS4 KS5 Clear route of progression Genuine choice of exciting qualifications Engaging and topical Comprehensive package of quality support materials Geographers Critical thinkers Independent learners Confident in the use of practical skills Team players Decision makers KS3 KS4 KS5 Clear route of progression

Developed by teachers for teachers Teacher consultation Student consultation Dynamic developers Consultation with the geography community including Employers, Subject Associations and Higher Education Cambridge Assessment research

GCSE (9-1) Geography A (Geographical Themes) Thematic study, with simple content layout – Key Ideas, Content, Scale

GCSE (9-1) Geography A (Geographical Themes) Component Examination GCSE Weighting Living in the UK today: Landscapes of the UK People of the UK UK Environmental Challenges 60 Marks 1 hour 15 minutes written paper 3 SPaG marks 30% The World Around Us: Ecosystems of the Planet People of the Planet Environmental threats to our Planet Geographical Skills 80 Marks 1 hour 30 minutes written paper 40% 200 marks 240 minutes

What will my students be learning about? Development of wind farms and fracking in the UK The extreme weather conditions that lead to tropical storms and drought How the distribution of megacities has changed over time Bio-diverse ecosystems under threat

Living in the UK today (01) Geographical Skills (03) Landscapes of the UK Two distinctive landscapes in the UK People of the UK Uneven development in the UK Ways of life in a UK city UK Environmental Challenges UK climate and flood event Energy in the UK The World Around Us (02) Ecosystems of the Planet Ecosystems (focus on Tropical Rainforests and Coral Reefs) People of the Planet Uneven development Ways of life in an LIDC or EDC city Environmental threats to our Planet Climate change Extreme weather conditions (focus on Drought) Geographical Skills (03) Synoptic assessment of topics linked to components Living in the UK today (01) and The World Around Us (02) Geographical Skills Fieldwork Assessment 10 case studies

Mapping it out Approx. 1 topic per half term Year 10 Year 11 School year Content Autumn 1 Living in the UK today: Landscapes of the UK Autumn 2 Living the UK today: People of the UK Winter 1 Living in the UK today: UK Environmental Challenges Winter 2 Consolidation and revision Summer 1 Fieldwork and geographical skills Summer 2 Fieldwork and geographical skills School year Content Autumn 1 The World Around Us: Ecosystems of the Planet Autumn 2 People of the Planet Winter 1 Environmental threats to our Planet Winter 2 Consolidation and revision Summer 1 Exams Summer 2 EMBEDDING

39 teaching weeks (approx.) 1 topic her half term (approx.)

GCSE (9-1) Geography B (Geography for Enquiring Minds) Enquiry questions, Sub-questions, content Enquiry focused study UK content spread throughout Links, connections and relationships

GCSE (9-1) Geography B (Geography for enquiring minds) Component Examination GCSE Weighting Our Natural World (01) Global Hazards Changing Climate Distinctive Landscapes Sustaining Ecosystems 70 Marks 1 hour 15 minutes written paper 3 SPaG marks 35% People and Society (02) Urban Futures Dynamic Development UK in the 21ST century Resource Reliance Geographical Exploration (03) 60 Marks 1 hour 30 minutes written paper 3 SPaG marks 30% 200 marks 240 minutes

Specification Snippets… Why is this landscape distinctive? How are humans seeking a sustainable solution for polar environments? Why is climate change a global issue? How does technology have the potential to save lives in hazard zones? What the patterns of of UK economic hubs?

Geographical Exploration (03) Our Natural World (01) Global Hazards Weather and tectonic hazards Changing Climate Past climate changes 21st Century impacts worldwide and on the UK Distinctive Landscapes Coasts and one other (both must be UK landscapes) Sustaining Ecosystems Tropical rainforests and polar environments Fieldwork and Geographical Skills People and Society (02) Urban Futures Urbanisation Ways of life in an AC city and an LIDC or EDC city Dynamic Development Uneven Development UK in the 21st Century Population and economic changes Political and cultural influence Resource Reliance Food security Fieldwork and Geographical Skills Geographical Exploration (03) Synoptic assessment of topics linked to components Our Natural World (01) and People and Society (02) Geographical Skills Decision Making Exercise 10 case studies

Mapping it out Approx. 6 weeks per topic Year 10 Year 11 School year Content Autumn 1 Our Natural World : Global Hazards and Changing Climate Autumn 2 Our Natural World: Changing Climate and Distinctive Landscapes Winter 1 Our Natural World: Distinctive Landscape and Sustaining Ecosystems Winter 2 Consolidation and revision Summer 1 Fieldwork and geographical skills Summer 2 Decision Making School year Content Autumn 1 People and Society: Urban Futures and Dynamic Development Autumn 2 People and Society: Dynamic Development and UK in the 21st Century Winter 1 People and Society: UK in the 21st Century and Resource Reliance Winter 2 Consolidation and revision Summer 1 Exams Summer 2 EMBEDDING

39 teaching weeks a year (approx.) One topic per six weeks (approx.)

What will the exam questions be like? Mixture of multiple choice, short, medium and extended answers (up to 12 marks) One sample assessment material on the website, another set ready for first teaching Consideration to removal of tiers, supporting lower end and stretching the top Raising the level of maths and stats – an Ofqual requirement

Comprehensive marking guidance

Comprehensive marking guidance

Examined fieldwork in GCSE (9-1) Geography Geography A Fieldwork assessed as part of component (03) Examined fieldwork in GCSE (9-1) Geography The world as your laboratory Includes assessment of students’ own fieldwork experience Six components to the enquiry process, at least two tested each year Geography B Fieldwork assessed within components (01) and (02) 15% of the total assessment weighting (5% skills and 10% application) Simple form to provide evidence that fieldwork has taken place

Skills checklist

Glossary IMF country classifications An indication of the level of depth

How are we supporting you? Geography@ocr.org.uk Mark Smith @OCR_Geography School visits Geography Journey Teaching and learning resources Abi Carter Shelley Monk

Publishing Partners - Hodder Type Available – estimate Estimated costs Student text book – hard copy April/May 2016 GCSE £22.99 A LEVEL £35.99 Student text book e copy June/July 2016 1/3 of cost of print price E book for whiteboard £150 Revision guides September 2017 (first assessment is 2018)   Dynamic learning – online, interactive quizzes, additional activities, answers to the questions in the book, power points etc. £300-350

Two rounds of free CPD first teach events - nation wide CPD to support FW, skills, maths and stats and GIS Experienced, high quality trainers Downloadable resources to share with your department Here are links to the GCSE A training dates and the GCSE B training dates You must have the presentation in slide show mode to be able to click on the links.

Editable and flexible resources Already on the website: UK in the 21st Century delivery guide Does sea ice matter? Activity Why is development uneven? Environmental threats to our planet delivery guide What is the UK’s Geographic diversity? Who are the UK’s trading partners? More to follow Constantly updated for the lifetime of the specification http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/gcse-and-a-level-reform/teaching-and-learning-resources/ You must have the presentation in slide show mode to be able to click on the link.

A comprehensive package of support

In summary New qualifications developed by teachers for teachers, with learners at the centre Clear, explicit content allowing for flexible delivery Fewer case studies, clearly outlined and contemporary Wide range of CPD opportunities Teaching and learning materials available and in development Subject Specialists to support you and your schools Collaboration and partnership with Hodder

Please send your feedback or any queries to our team of Geography Subject Specialists: Geography@ocr.org.uk Follow us on twitter: @OCR_Geography