Lesson Plan

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Lesson Plan
Grade: Date: 17/01/2026
Subject: Geography
Lesson Topic: 4.2 Fieldwork: Plan, carry out and evaluate geographical investigations.
Learning Objective/s:
  • Define a focused geographical research question related to the local environment.
  • Plan a field investigation, selecting variables, methods, risk assessment and a timetable.
  • Carry out fieldwork, recording data accurately and noting any anomalies.
  • Analyse collected data using tables, graphs and basic statistical measures.
  • Evaluate the reliability and validity of the investigation and communicate findings in a structured report.
Materials Needed:
  • Projector and screen
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Digital thermometers (calibrated)
  • Field notebooks
  • Worksheets with sample data and risk‑assessment template
  • Local area map showing potential study sites
  • Computers with spreadsheet software
 Introduction:
Begin with a short video illustrating urban heat islands to spark interest. Review how land‑use influences temperature and remind students of the steps of a scientific investigation. Explain that today they will design and plan a mini‑fieldwork study, with success measured by a clear research question and a complete risk assessment.
Lesson Structure:
  1. Do‑now (5'): Students answer “What factors might cause temperature differences in a town?” and share ideas with a partner.
  2. Mini‑lecture (10'): Recap the stages of fieldwork and introduce the urban heat‑island case study; display a risk‑assessment checklist.
  3. Group planning (15'): In groups of three, formulate a research question, identify variables, and draft a simple timetable using the provided template.
  4. Methodology design (10'): Choose data‑collection tools (digital thermometer) and write a step‑by‑step procedure, including safety considerations.
  5. Peer review (10'): Exchange plans with another group and give feedback using the evaluation checklist.
  6. Consolidation (5'): Teacher highlights key points, clarifies misconceptions, and answers remaining questions.
Conclusion:
Recap the essential components of a robust field investigation and ask each student to write one improvement for their plan as an exit ticket. For homework, students complete a detailed risk assessment for their proposed study and draft a brief outline of the final report.