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Population Density

Added: 25 Jan 2018 Contributor: Scoilnet Resource type: Tool

A tool from the World Bank that allows the display or comparison of population density figures (per sq km) for countries, regions and income groups. The data covers the period 1960 to 2016 and can be visually presented through a graph, bar or map.

How it maps to the curriculum

SC
Geography

Strand: C2: Regional Geography

Strand unit: Ireland

Suggestions for use: Use the tool to explore comparisons of population dynamics between Ireland and another country or region. Investigate reasons for change. The tool can also be used to explore other variables, e.g. CO2 emissions. The tool will require a few minutes familiarisation but it is responsive and presents a strong visual for the class. Students will be able to use easily.


Strand: E5: Human Environment

Strand unit: Dynamics of Population

Suggestions for use: Use the tool to explore comparisons of population dynamics between Ireland and another country or region. Investigate reasons for change. The tool can also be used to explore other variables, e.g. CO2 emissions. The tool will require a few minutes familiarisation but it is responsive and presents a strong visual for the class. Students will be able to use easily.

JC
Geography

Strand: 3. Exploring People, Place and Change

Strand unit: 3. Population Change: Ireland & DC

Suggestions for use: Use the tool to explore comparisons of population dynamics between Ireland and another country or region. Investigate reasons for change. The tool can also be used to explore other variables, e.g. CO2 emissions. The tool will require a few minutes familiarisation but it is responsive and presents a strong visual for the class. Students will be able to use easily.

Key Skills:

  • Being Creative
  • Managing Information and Thinking
  • Numeracy

Meta information

  • Asset type: Online Resource
  • Language: English , French , Spanish
  • Rights: All rights reserved
  • Cost: No
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