Coastal landscapes
Why this, why now
This unit teaches pupils about coastal processes and landforms. Pupils will learn about the physical processes operating at the coast and about the formation of distinctive landforms of coastal erosion and deposition. Pupils will also learn about the importance and options of coastal management.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Ardaydu waa inay yaqaanaan aasaaska maadada.
- Ardaydu waa inay awoodaan inay raacaan tilmaamo fudud.
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Coastal landscapes
This unit teaches pupils about coastal processes and landforms. Pupils will learn about the physical processes operating at the coast and about the formation of distinctive landforms of coastal erosion and deposition. Pupils will also learn about the importance and options of coastal management.
8 lessons- The role of geology in coastal erosion
- The effect of human activities on coastal landscapes
- Costs and benefits of management strategies
- The influence of sediment transportation and deposition on coastal landscapes
- Risks from coastal flooding
- The role of climate, marine and sub-aerial processes in coastal erosion
- Using GIS to visualise the impact of physical and human processes on coasts
- Change in a named coastal landscape