After an introduction using case studies of actual flood events
in Clyde valley (e.g.Glasgow/Ferguslie-1994, Shettleston-2002)
learners can investigate areas of flood risk within Clyde basin,
and possible prevention measures (e.g.: raising levels of land
before building new houses, bunds). Involvement or talks by
agencies such as SEPA, Scottish Water, Fire, or Police services may
be possible. A simulated emergency planning exercise can also be
included. Topic can be developed into an examination of flood
problems generally on a national (e.g.: Perth-1993, Severn 2007) or
world-scale, looking at the hydrology of rivers, the impact which
factors such as 'deforestation' or increasingly 'built-up
landscapes' have on flood risk. Flooding due to hurricanes or
other weather events, and finally, the local or worldwide impact of
global warming on rising sea levels.
Broad Outcomes of learning
- Subject knowledge and understanding
- Deeper understanding of key features of global warming and the
implications to the local community
- Gained knowledge of emergency planning exercise and how to put
into action
- Enterprising skills and attitudes developed (ACfE) through
problem solving
- Employability skills enhanced - working with a team in a 'real'
situation
- Increased self-confidence of working independently of
teacher-led lessons
- Pupils learn through working in groups
Relevance to curriculum
- Supports Curriculum for Excellence