This 8 slide PPT presentation introduces the topic of desertification to IGCSE Geography students. Includes brief definitions, shows the global reach and emphasises the effect of the Sahel and Senegal in particular. Video links show how, contrary to popular perception, desertification is not the loss of land to desert but refers to land degradation resulting from climatic variations and human activities. Other links show the Israeli experience, and a UN clip of the Somalia experience.

This is a short PPT presentation (7 slides) including a brief video explanation to outline the risks and studies made into 5G. Its purpose is to inform Geography IA2 students of the problems of 5G and the controversy surrounding it but also to prompt a discussion and further research. It has been used as part of the Health and Disease topic but can also be a useful PPT for Citizenship, PHSE and other subjects.

Using the The Sichuan earthquake of 2008 and the Solomon Islands flash floods of 2014 , here is an example of a student essay that warrants the full 15 marks for the question: Assess the success of hazard management in contrasting geographical areas you have studied. This is a class assessment for IAL Geography (Edexcel) at AS level. It is particularly useful for students that struggle with structure, language, paragraph linking and strong introductions. Other case studies are, of course, applicable - but these are of a good contrast and relevant.

Discuss how the impacts of tropical storms vary between countries at different levels of development (9 marks) Presentation to guide Y 10/11 IGCSE students through the facts to help them with the 9 mark answer. CASE STUDIES: Hurricane Katrina and Typhoon Haiyan

IGCSE Geography 9-1 - Edexcel - River Environments: Flooding -Causes, Effects, Control. A 40 slide presentation which covers the unit requirements to teach the above. Also includes classwork as you progress through the presentation and exam-style extended answer homework with a brief guide on how to answer correctly and maximise marks. Extra information and video links from The Guardian, BBC and Met Office and case study brief notes on MEDC/LEDC comparison using Boscastle/Bangladesh.

Brief presentation to explain role of Warm and Cold Ocean currents and their role in atmospheric circulation and energy (heat) transfer

Researching named contrasting cyclones to compare physical characteristics and human impacts. Case studies: Hurricane Katrina (2005) Hurricane Nargis (2008) - Edexcel IA2 Weather and Climate

Hazardous Environments Edexcel IGCSE Geography 9-1 Case Studies Revision Flash Cards - Includes : NepalEarthquakes / Central ItalyEarthquakes / Mount Merapi Eruption / Mount Ontake Eruption /HurricaneKatrina / Typhoon Haiyan . Each flashcard contains all salient info on the case studies plus the focus of the study (eg Katrina was mismanagement in a developed country or eg Mt Ontake was poorly predicted). Each flashcard can be shown as a ppt presentationj of printed in good quality as an A4 colour flash card for classroom display.

Typhoon Haiyan case study for IGCSE Geography (9-1 Edexcel) with text notes, footage, photos to describe origin, track, impact, response and aftermath. Over 40 slides in a PowerPoint.

A 110 slide presentation showing the diversity of habitats occurring in Cyprus and species that these support as a result of varied geology, topography and geographical isolation, but also proximity to three continents coupled with a long human impact dating back 10,000 to 12,000 years. Very useful for Geography A level students, Environmental Science students and Biology students of all levels. Contains very detailed account of species, photographs and video links

DISASTER HOTSPOTS Why are some places more hazardous and disaster prone than others? Edexcel International A Level Geography (AS)

IA2 Threat to Biodiversity (International A Level) Key ideas: Ecosystem services is an important concept Key processes operate within ecosystems maintaining their health

World at Risk - Week 3 lessons Disaster hotspots: Why are some places more hazardous and disaster prone than others? Case Study: Armenia, Honduras, California, Phillipines, Colombia. The elements at risk, World Bank analysis, Impact of disasters, Disproportionate effect, Cycle of loss and recovery, Disaster relief, Hazard mapping. A presentation for A level students as a basis for their own research and enhanced studies.

To what extent is the USA losing its status as a global superpower? Key ideas: United States remains the most powerful country on earth. But power not increased over past year. Fracking meant United States surpassed Saudi Arabia and Russia to become the country with the world’s largest recoverable oil assets. America’s constitutional system, its business-friendly economy, and the innovation of its people are more lasting sources of power. Challenge: The rise of China Challenge: Putin’s Russia Challenge: Overlooked India The String of pearls is a geopolitical theory on potential Chinese intentions in the Indian Ocean region. Notes: Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Widespread praise for Chinese-built railway in Kenya US GLOBAL INFLUENCE WANING? US Elections hacked?

A ppt presentation to explain these often complex concepts in a simple, clear manner. Includes links to further reading and a link to a video explanation (a lecture from coursera.org)

Detailed outline of guerrilla warfare in Afghanistan as part if Edexcel IGCSE Changing Nature of Warfare unit in Paper 2

Presentation on the changing nature of sea warfare for History IGCSE (edexcel) with emphasis on Submarines, Battle of the Atlantic and Battle of the Pacific. Also describes Allied/German successes during WWII as outlined in the syllabus.

Blitzkrieg in the USSR (IGCSE History) 1941-1942 For the topic of The Changing Nature of Warfare (Paper 2: Edexcel IGCSE History PowerPoint presentation with alternative pdf version

IAL History presentation outlining the key fact as to why the USA failed in the Vietnam war

Thatcher’s economic policies and their impact - How effective were they and what criticism was there? For IAL Edexcel – AS - Britain - Economic policies - ‘People better than government’ - Conservatives v Labour - Rate capping - Privatisation - video links