Substrand: "7.5  Introduction to Mapping Skills" (8 periods)

This sub strand introduces the basic information about maps such as its importance, characteristics and differences it has between photograph and reality as well as the concept of scale. It also looks at its uses.

Learner's should:

Learner's should:

Learner's should:

7.5.1 know the main characteristics of a map (k)

7.5.1.1 define the term, topographical map and explain the characteristics of a map
7.5.1.2 explain what symbols are, their uses, and identify different types of symbols that can be used on maps
7.5.1.3 draw a simple topological map of the school area

7.5.2 understand the differences between a map, photograph and reality (u)

7.5.2.1 explain the differences between a map and a photograph and reality

7.5.3 understand the concept of scale on a map and some of the uses and importance of maps (u)

7.5.3.1 use a scale on a map to calculate the real distance on the ground and compare different types of scales

7.5.4 be able to follow simple directions, locate places and use symbols on a map (s)

7.5.4.1 locate places on maps using simple directions and follow a route on a map

7.5.5 appreciate the usefulness of maps in finding places or following routes (v)

7.5.5.1 explain the importance of maps in a real life situation