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Geography terminology

A glossary of geographical concepts, tools and skills to support teachers and school leaders in evaluating and teaching Geography from years 7-10.

This resource aims to support schools implement the Geography K-10 syllabus.

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Geography terminology 7-10 (DOCX 57 KB)

Syllabus

Geography K-10 Syllabus (2015) © NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) for and on behalf of the Crown in right of the State of New South Wales, 2015.

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Geography terminology

Stage 4 – Stage 5 – Geography – a glossary of geographical concepts, tools and skills to support teachers and school leaders in evaluating and teaching 7-10 Geography.

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HSIE - Geography
Stage 4
Stage 5

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Teaching and Learning Support

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Last modified date

03/08/2026

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mrd@det.nsw.edu.au

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Megan Kelly

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Teaching Learning&Student Wellbeing