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| Which subject | Geography |
| What topic | Australian states and capitals |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Doesn't matter |
| Class size | 20 |
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| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Australian States and Capitals
Any grade (primary or secondary)
Geography
20 students
This lesson aligns with the Australian Curriculum Geography standards, specifically focusing on the understanding of geographical representation and the relationship between people and places.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Briefly introduce the topic. Discuss why it's important to know about states and capitals. Engage students with questions about their knowledge of Australia. |
| 2 | Mapping Activity | 10 min | Distribute blank maps of Australia. Guided practice: have students label the states and capitals using flashcards. |
| 3 | Group Discussion | 5 min | In small groups, have students discuss the characteristics of different states (e.g., climate, major cities). |
| 4 | Interactive Quiz | 5 min | Conduct a quick quiz using an interactive tool (e.g., Kahoot) to reinforce learning of states and capitals. |
| 5 | Individual Practice | 5 min | Hand out worksheets for students to fill in the names of states and their capitals. |
| 6 | Homework Explanation | 5 min | Explain the homework assignment, ensuring it involves a brief research task on one state. Outline the expectations for submission. |
Students will select one Australian state and write a brief report on its capital city, including key facts such as population, major industries, and points of interest. Reports should be submitted in the next class.
Homework will be collected and checked for comprehension and completeness without requiring students to present it in front of the class.