Download Ethiopian old Curriculum grade 12 geography Teacher's Guide PDF

The Ethiopian Old Curriculum Grade 12 Geography Teacher’s Guide (2003 E.C.) provides teachers with tools, lesson plans, and methodologies to teach senior secondary students geography in Ethiopia. It integrates theoretical knowledge with practical research and map-based exercises, helping learners understand Ethiopia’s geography, demographic trends, and socio-economic development.

• Country: Ethiopia
• Publisher: Ministry of Education
• Published Year: 2003 E.C.
• Subject: Geography
• Grade: 12 (Old Curriculum)
• Type: Teacher’s Guide
• Total Units: 5
• Total Pages: 234
• File Size: 19.9 MB
• Authors/Editors: Mesfin Weldeselassie, Mulugeta Assefa, Hari Shankar Sharma (Ph.D.), Bekure Weldesemait (Ph.D.)

The Grade 12 Geography Teacher’s Guide has 5 units. They are:

• Unit 1: Basic Research Methodologies in Geography
• Unit 2: Map Use and Map Work
• Unit 3: Physical Geography of Ethiopia and the Horn
• Unit 4: Population of Ethiopia and the Horn
• Unit 5: Economic Growth and Development Trends in Ethiopia

Unit 1: Basic Research Methodologies in Geography

Introduces the concepts, significance, and approaches of geographic research, including action research, to help teachers guide students in studying real-world phenomena.

Unit 2: Map Use and Map Work

Covers topographic maps, globe and map interpretation, projections, and sketch maps, aiming to enhance students’ spatial thinking and map-reading skills.

Unit 3: Physical Geography of Ethiopia and the Horn

Explains Ethiopia’s and the Horn’s location, geological structure, relief, climate, vegetation, wildlife, and soils, linking physical features to real-world environments.

Unit 4: Population of Ethiopia and the Horn

Focuses on population theories, trends, spatial distribution, settlement patterns, and urbanization to help students analyze demographic dynamics and socio-spatial challenges.

Unit 5: Economic Growth and Development Trends in Ethiopia

Covers Ethiopia’s economic growth, socio-economic development, challenges, prospects, and policies like PASDEP, enabling students to critically evaluate development strategies.