With its Aeolian Islands, live volcano, deep gorges, rich soil and exotic flora and fauna, Sicily is a fascinating destination for any geography school trip. The island is enriched by the remains of ancient civilisations whilst the local people are extremely friendly and welcoming.
Subject Focus:
- KS 3-5 Characteristics of Strombolian and Strato volcanoes
- KS 3-5 Volcanic hazards including: tsunamis, ash and lava flow
- KS 3-5 Plate tectonics, geology and continental drift
- KS 3-5 Mediterranean agricultural methods and lifestyle
- KS 3-5 Tourism and sustainability
- KS 3-5 Case study: Why do people live near to volcanoes?
Student Outcomes:
- An opportunity for students to study a still active volcano by actually walking up it.
- Find the correlation between communities and why they choose to live amongst such aggressive landscapes.
- Undertake field research within a spectacular setting.
- Evaluate the affects of tourism on the local community and the landscape.
