In Topic 2, students explain the geographical processes that result in patterns and trends in global populations and how these changes have been represented over time using models. They recognise the spatial patterns of population distributions and the implications for people and places. Students investigate the demographic and geographic processes that have resulted in the movements of people across the world and the impacts for places of origin and places of destination.
Students conduct a case study to understand variations in the global characteristics of population distributions and the implications of these transitions on places and for people. Through their investigation, students develop empathy for and understanding of the reasons people move and the challenges this poses for communities.
Geography 2019 v1.1 General Senior Syllabus p50
Key Questions
Why is accurate and reliable census data useful to governments?
What trends and patterns can be identified in global population change?
Which demographic concepts are critical in explaining population change?
185How can models help us understand the past and possible future changes in population across the world?
What spatial patterns of population distribution and density result from population change?
How do countries manage the challenges of changing characteristics of their populations such as ageing?
What are the positive and negative impacts of migration of people on places of origin and destination?