Free Geography teaching resources, Term 1

River Landforms of the Upper Course

Rivers

The upper course of a river contains impressive landforms created from thousands of years of vertical erosion. This video explains how landforms such as waterfalls, gorges and interlocking spurs are created through the fluvial process of erosion, showing the effects of hydraulic action and abrasion.

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Social Connectedness and Isolation

Place and Liveability

How does being socially connected or isolated affect the liveability of particular places? This clip showcases the experiences of three young Australians in very different geographical locations: the outback, outer suburbs and inner city. Each person shares the benefits and challenges that their place of residence offers in terms of being connected to their community.

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The Impact of Tropical Cyclones

Weather Hazards

Tropical cyclones devastate people, property and infrastructure. This programme outlines how cyclones are classified across the world, and then examines the impact of Hurricane Matthew on south-eastern USA and Haiti, in 2016. It compares the strategies that wealthy nations, like the USA, employ to protect people and property, and how the lack of resources in a poorer nation, like Haiti, leaves hurricane victims highly vulnerable to death and suffering.

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