South Sudan Secondary 1 Curriculum - Geography

Unit 1: Landforms in Africa

This unit introduces students to the forces that shape the Earth's surface, focusing on the physical features of Africa and South Sudan. Students learn about plate tectonics, the movement of continents, and the formation of mountains, valleys, and other landforms. They also explore how underlying geology affects these processes. The unit emphasizes critical thinking skills through evaluating evidence and interpreting maps.

Unit 2: Natural and Man-Made Hazards

This unit explores the causes and effects of natural and man-made hazards. Students learn about earthquakes, floods, landslides, cyclones, droughts, and industrial accidents. The unit also covers the impact of climate change on the frequency of hazards. Students develop research skills by exploring information from various sources and learn about hazard management and mitigation strategies.

Unit 3: Physical Features of South Sudan

This unit focuses on the specific physical features of South Sudan, including plains, plateaus, mountains, basins, rivers, and lakes. Students learn about the formation of these features and their relationship to other parts of South Sudan. They also explore how physical features influence settlement patterns and economic activities.

Unit 4: Population and Settlement

This unit examines population distribution and settlement patterns in South Sudan. Students learn about factors influencing population distribution, such as climate, relief, soil types, and resources. They also explore different settlement patterns and the reasons behind them. The unit also covers migration, including internal and external migration, and the reasons for migration.

Unit 5: Natural Resources of South Sudan

This unit introduces students to the types of natural resources found in South Sudan, including renewable and non-renewable resources. Students learn about the nature and distribution of these resources, such as oil, minerals, national parks, water, and vegetation. The unit also emphasizes the importance of sustainable development and resource management.

Unit 6: Resource Utilization

This unit explores how natural resources are utilized in South Sudan and compares resource utilization practices with other countries. Students learn about different ways of utilizing resources, such as mining and oil exploitation. The unit also covers sustainable resource management and the efforts made by the South Sudan government to manage its resources.

Unit 7: Map Reading

This unit introduces students to map reading skills. Students learn about different types of maps, map elements, and map reading principles. They also practice drawing and labeling maps and interpreting map scales.

Unit 8: River Nile

This unit focuses on the River Nile, its features, and its importance to the inhabitants of the Nile Basin. Students learn about the Nile's source, length, and the countries it flows through. They also explore the Nile Water Agreements and the challenges of managing the Nile's waters among different stakeholders.