The subject association for all teachers of geography. We support the study and enjoyment of geography in primary and secondary schools.
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Disease is a medical challenge, but what can geography add to our understanding?
In the latest Geography, Gill Miller uses Ebola and tungiasis to consider how physical, social, cultural, economic, technological and political factors interact in responses to tropical disease. The article makes the case for a holistic geographical perspective and more co-ordinated approaches to the complex health landscape.
Read it in the latest issue of Geography: buff.ly/jBZ0pbd
#Geography #HealthGeography #TropicalDisease #GeographyResearch
What can studying geography lead to?
The GA Exeter Branch is hosting a free online careers talk with Lisa Hoerning, a University of Exeter student who will discuss her passion for geography, developing a climate action app, university life and future career ambitions.
📅 11 November, 15:30-16:15
Open to students from all year groups.
Register here: buff.ly/YQWLVHi
Knowledge matters. So does what students do with it.
In the latest GA Blog, From knowing to making sense considers how geographical knowledge becomes understanding, helping students connect ideas, think critically and make sense of the world around them.
Read the blog here: buff.ly/yaqLgkB
Fieldwork is messy. That's precisely why it matters.
In the latest issue of Teaching Geography, Arjan Reesink's Fieldwork Matrix offers a practical framework for helping students navigate the complexity of real-world geographical experiences without oversimplifying them.
What fieldwork are you planning this year?
Read more in Teaching Geography: buff.ly/l9Opbse
#TeachingGeography #Fieldwork #geographyteacher
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Help students maximise their GCSE outcomes with practical, focused strategies in this six-part online webinar series. Drawing on examiner insights, each twilight session focuses on key areas that can make a real difference to exam performance, including case studies, key terms, extended responses, revision and geographical skills.
Perfect for geography teachers looking for practical approaches they can take straight into the classroom to build confidence and support exam success. Find out more and book your place: buff.ly/UDxbRUC
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Mud kitchens, water play and natural materials can provide rich opportunities for learning.
Norita McCarthy looks at how sensory-rich outdoor experiences can support communication, language and inclusive learning. Pick up practical ideas in the latest Primary Geography.
Link: buff.ly/9ce6Ifc
#PriGeogJournal #PrimaryGeography #OutdoorLearning
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Every geography teacher should read this!
What happens when a learner understands geography but struggles to express that understanding in the language of assessment?
Drawing on South African geography classrooms, Krystle Ontong and Koketso Khule consider how oracy, dialogue, home languages, local knowledge and place-based experiences can support geographical understanding and more equitable participation in multilingual settings.
Read their research in the latest Geography: buff.ly/jBZ0pbd
#Geography #Oracy #GeographyEducation #GeographyTeacher
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Because Geography Matters. timeforgeography.co.uk/video…
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Why does geography matter?
Through her presidential theme, Geography Makes a Difference, Catherine Owen reflects on the influence geography has had on her own life and the experiences of her students.
So we'll ask the same question: How has geography made a difference to you?
Read more in Teaching Geography: buff.ly/eDKkWbr
#TeachingGeography #GeographyMakesADifference #geographyteacher
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What happens when a learner understands geography but struggles to express that understanding in the language of assessment?
Drawing on South African geography classrooms, Krystle Ontong and Koketso Khule consider how oracy, dialogue, home languages, local knowledge and place-based experiences can support geographical understanding and more equitable participation in multilingual settings.
Read their research in the latest Geography: buff.ly/jBZ0pbd
#Geography #Oracy #GeographyEducation #GeographyTeacher
Help students maximise their GCSE outcomes with practical, focused strategies in this six-part online webinar series. Drawing on examiner insights, each twilight session focuses on key areas that can make a real difference to exam performance, including case studies, key terms, extended responses, revision and geographical skills.
Perfect for geography teachers looking for practical approaches they can take straight into the classroom to build confidence and support exam success. Find out more and book your place: buff.ly/UDxbRUC
The UK National Olympiad will be available from Monday 9 November to Friday 20 November 2026. It will be free to enter.
Visit our page on Monday 9 November to access the quiz to share with your students.
Link: buff.ly/JF5yGTO
What happens when a learner understands geography but struggles to express that understanding in the language of assessment?
Drawing on South African geography classrooms, Krystle Ontong and Koketso Khule consider how oracy, dialogue, home languages, local knowledge and place-based experiences can support geographical understanding and more equitable participation in multilingual settings.
Read their research in the latest Geography: buff.ly/jBZ0pbd
#Geography #Oracy #GeographyEducation #GeographyTeacher
Why does geography matter?
Through her presidential theme, Geography Makes a Difference, Catherine Owen reflects on the influence geography has had on her own life and the experiences of her students.
So we'll ask the same question: How has geography made a difference to you?
Read more in Teaching Geography: buff.ly/eDKkWbr
#TeachingGeography #GeographyMakesADifference #geographyteacher
Mud kitchens, water play and natural materials can provide rich opportunities for learning.
Norita McCarthy looks at how sensory-rich outdoor experiences can support communication, language and inclusive learning. Pick up practical ideas in the latest Primary Geography.
Link: buff.ly/9ce6Ifc
#PriGeogJournal #PrimaryGeography #OutdoorLearning
What does inclusive geography look like in practice?
Maria Lawrence shares St Vincent’s award-winning approach, including fieldwork, outdoor learning and varied ways for pupils to demonstrate their understanding. See what you could take from their approach in the latest issue.
Link: buff.ly/27dMLZA
#PriGeogJournal #PrimaryGeography #InclusiveEducation
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Want to put your organisation in front of geography educators from across the country?
Exhibitor bookings are open for the GA Annual Conference and Exhibition 2027 in Sheffield.
Showcase your products, resources and services, make new connections and be part of three days dedicated to geography education.
Book your exhibition space today: buff.ly/RdJVMjC
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Can song lyrics become a source for geographical enquiry?
Tiffany L. Gonzalez and Voon Chin Phua consider how lyrics can help students investigate place and culture, using rap music and representations of the American Dream as their example. They provide an approach to selecting and analysing lyrics that can be adapted to different topics and contexts.
Find out more in the latest issue of Geography: buff.ly/jBZ0pbd
#Geography #CulturalGeography #GeographyEducation #GeographyTeacher
Want to put your organisation in front of geography educators from across the country?
Exhibitor bookings are open for the GA Annual Conference and Exhibition 2027 in Sheffield.
Showcase your products, resources and services, make new connections and be part of three days dedicated to geography education.
Book your exhibition space today: buff.ly/RdJVMjC
Can song lyrics become a source for geographical enquiry?
Tiffany L. Gonzalez and Voon Chin Phua consider how lyrics can help students investigate place and culture, using rap music and representations of the American Dream as their example. They provide an approach to selecting and analysing lyrics that can be adapted to different topics and contexts.
Find out more in the latest issue of Geography: buff.ly/jBZ0pbd
#Geography #CulturalGeography #GeographyEducation #GeographyTeacher