CBA 2 My geography
CBA2 My geography
Students will undertake a structured inquiry and prepare a response on geographical aspect(s) in their local area over a three-week period.
NCCA JC Geography Guidelines for the Classroom-Based Assessment and Assessment Task
A student led approach to CBA2
- One way to begin a student led approach to CBA2 is to ask questions to see what interests students about their local area
What is a structured inquiry?
An investigation into an aspect of Geography that can take place inside or outside the classroom where students can apply their knowledge and skills.
The process involves students asking questions, gathering data, evaluating and interpreting data and presenting information.
- Students undertake CBA 2 using a structured inquiry process.
- This involves exploring a local geographical aspect(s).
- Students prepare a response individually or in a group and present this at the end of the three-week period
Planning for CBA2
As a department, consider:
Junior Cycle Geography NCCA Assessment Guidelines pg. 23
Features of Quality
- Students must be familiar with the Features of Quality for CBA2.
- Features of Quality are the criteria used to assess the level of student achievement in a Classroom-Based Assessment (CBA).
Possible Success Criteria
Co-creating success criteria can help students understand the Features of Quality for CBA 2.
Student Reflection
- Answering reflection questions throughout the CBA 2 structured inquiry experience, will give students a better understanding of the knowledge, understanding and skills they have gained.
- Consider prompt question to support student reflection in each of these areas for your local investigation.
- Students reflecting under each of these headings will support them through the CBA 2 process and the Assessment Task.
Junior Cycle Geography NCCA Assessment Task pg. 27
"My geography" Virtual Room
This virtual room will guide teachers through the process of completing CBA 2 "My Geography".
The virtual room includes:
- Supports for planning CBA 2
- A guide through the structured inquiry process for CBA 2
- Samples of student engagement using a local factory as an example
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