Top 10 Tips for Success

in IB Geography

Use Class Time Wisely: !

Make sure you use the time we have in class effectively by
paying attention, taking good notes and engaging fully in all
learning experiences

Follow current events: !

Many of the important current events that occur in the world
relate to what we study in geography. A knowledge of current
events will help you gain useful contemporary case studies

Review Class Material Frequently: !

You should review what we do frequently. The more
frequently you review the more knowledge you will retain for
the long term

Reflect:!
Reflection is a very powerful tool. Reflect after every
assessment in order to eliminate mistakes you commonly
make and to adopt strategies to make you more successful

Upgrade Geographic Skills: !

Geographic skills are essential as they enrich understanding
of the subject and increase your ability in assessments
while developing useful skills for your future
 Connect With CAS !

CAS
Geography and CAS connect easily especially in service,
you can use your geographic skills and knowledge in CAS
which also increases your geographic ability

Collaborate: !
Throughout your study you will work in many group
situations, effective collaboration will benefit everyone as
you are not competing for grades

Make Good Notes:!

Taking and keeping good notes is very important as it will
help you retain knowledge and review for in-class and final
assessments !

Connect: !
Making connections between different parts of the
geography course and with the world around you will
strengthen your understanding

Conceptual Understanding:!
Knowing the main geographical concepts and synthesizing
them with context and content will enhance your chance of
success!