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Getting to grips with Guerilla Geography

Tried an experiment today that went well. Inspired by this landing on my doorstep and the work of Dan and others.

I tasked a Year 9 group to explore one of the school's buildings. They had to scout out possible locations for some Guerilla Geography Art. They then created notices to put around the school.

Guerilla Art Geograpy
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The results were fantastic, I've shared some below.

The main outcome of the day was that the class felt like they were challenged to think about the space and place that they learn. What's your favorite?





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  1. Miss Ellis25 October 2009 at 10:35

    I think they're all great!! The plant one is probably my favourite though. Looking forward to doing something similar after half-term...

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  2. Mrs Smith27 October 2009 at 08:15

    Great work by the students!! I like this idea for a lesson :)

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  3. David Rogers27 October 2009 at 09:12

    Thanks for your comments. The students really engaged with the activity! After half term we are going to look at ways in which the class can change the places they have commented upon.

    All together great fun!

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  4. Daniel Raven-Ellison29 October 2009 at 14:08

    Loving it (<;

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