Methods of theaching geography in profile 10th grades

Abstract

Introduction. The study of geography in modern conditions is very important for the development of youth and the nation as a whole. There is a growing need in the society to study geographical science at a level higher than the standard one. At present, there is an opportunity to study geography in senior classes in depth at the profile level.

The purpose of this article is to highlight the methods of teaching geography for students of specialized 10th grade.

Main material. The authors consider the method of teaching profile level geography for 10th grade students. The article analyzes curriculum, the main tasks and nature of geography study, singles out directions of practical activity in different kinds of work, as well as the teacher’s work in different employment conditions.

Practical activities for the 10th grades of the profile level have a fairly large workload in hours, so most work should be done independently to demonstrate the results and knowledge to the teacher and the class.

During the study, the authors made a list of requirements for the study of geography, including approaches, types, technologies, methods of teaching students. The article analyzes practical works on the course of profile geography in the 10th grade and the main forms of conducting lessons during the study.

Conclusions. The curriculum in geography is aimed at developing students in various fields. Teachers need to adapt quickly to the latest conditions in teaching geography and help students learn about the world. The curriculum of the profile level for the 10th grade contains a rather large workload for geography teachers and students, so it is aimed at effective study of the course and a large amount of work done. The basic requirements for the study of geography, levels of mental activity, types of learning and different methods of cognitive activity in teaching geography were analyzed in the course of study. During the analysis of two practical works, the authors have singled out basic knowledge and skills that students consolidate and develop during the task. Each student develops research skills and the ability to achieve the expected result while completing the task.