Identify whether the city or town you live in or the nearest city or town to you has recently undergone urban change. Examine evidence of population change and the causes and effects of this urban change. You can display your findings on a poster or as a presentation.
This task can be done individually or in groups. I/We Must
Name the town or city I have chosen that has experienced urban change
Find out the current population of the urban area and how it has changed over time (whether it has increased or decreased in population between censuses)
Explain two causes of urban change for the chosen town or city (push-pull factors)
I/We Should
Use Scoilnet maps to compare old and new maps of the chosen urban area
Explain three ways in which the urban area has changed over time, using evidence from the maps.
Peer Assessment
Swap your report with a classmate’s/another group’s report. Write down two things you feel they did well and one thing they could improve on.
Explain two effects of urban change on the chosen town or city Include photos to showcase the urban area and illustrate the points made.
I/We Could
Identify an area of urban decline/decay in the chosen urban area
Put together a plan for regenerating this area and include sketches for what the regenerated area would look like
Explain how the regenerated area would serve the needs of the local community.
Redrafting
Review the success criteria again to make sure you have met all the requirements. Take into account the peer assessment notes and make any changes you think are needed. When you are happy, you can prepare to show your work to the class.