End of Chapter Assessment A Developed vs Developing Country Infographic/Poster
Choosing from the list of countries in the table, compare and contrast a developed country (a MEDC) with a developing country (an LEDC). Present your findings in infographic or poster form.
This is an individual or group task. SUCCESS CRITERIA
I MUST: z„ z„
z„ Name my chosen countries.
Mention where they are located: Europe, Asia, Africa, North or South America; in the rich North or poor South?
Compare my two countries, using the following indicators:
– GDP – Literacy rates – Average years in education
Self-Assessment
Re-read what you have written and then write down two things you think you did well and one thing you think you could improve on.
Investigate if my chosen developing country is on course to become more economically developed (and if so, by when?).
Developed Countries Developing Countries Australia
Canada Germany
Nigeria Brazil
Afghanistan
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I SHOULD:
Investigate where people are employed in my chosen countries as an indicator of economic development (e.g. in primary, secondary or tertiary sectors).
Redrafting
Review the success criteria again to make sure you have met all the requirements. Take into account your own self-assessment notes and make any changes you think are needed. When you are happy, you can prepare to show your work to the class.
