Iceland has unique possibilities to investigate many of the Earth's dynamic processes such as volcanoes and geothermal heat. From a geographical and scientific point of view it is one of the world's youngest countries, and indeed is still evolving today. As recently as 1998 volcanoes erupted forming new mountains under the ice and flooding the uninhabited southern coast.
Subject Focus:
- KS 4-5: Study a range of geological, glacial and other physical phenomena.
- KS 4-5: Evaluate the impact of tourism.
- KS 4-5: Assess how Icelanders have adapted to best use and adapt to their environment.
Student Outcomes:
- Develop relevant fieldwork and geographical enquiry skills.
- Study an unrivalled range of geographical phenomena first-hand, both human and physical.
- Understand the effects of environments on lifestyles and vice versa.
- Broaden students' out-of-classroom geographical experiences.
- Examine the need for sustainability and how it can be achieved.
