Geography SBA
Caribbean Examination Council (CXC)
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate
Geography
School Based Assignment
On
Limestone
Name: Camilla Holgate
School: Meadowbrook High School
Topic: Limestone
Centre Number: 100075
Registration Number:
Year of Exam: 2013-2014
Teachers Name: Mrs. Reid
Title Page
Project Title: Limestone
Name Of candidate: Camilla Holgate
School: Meadowbrook High
Teacher: Mrs. Reid
Territory: Jamaica
Table of Contents
Topics Pages
Aim of Study Pg 4
Location of Study Pg 5-6
Methodology Pg 8
Analysis & Discussion
Bog Walk Gorge Pg 9-11
Bog Walk Bridge Pg 11
Lluidas Vale Pg 11-14
Ty Dixon Pg 15
Moneague Pg 16-17
Effects of Limestone Pg 18
Benefits of Limestone Pg 18
Conclusion Pg 19-20
Bibliography Pg 21
Aim of Study
To identify and explain the processes which led to the formation of limestone in the areas of Bog Walk, Lluidas Vale, Ty Dixon and Moneague.
Methodology
On May 20, a group of 4th form Geography students from Meadowbrook High visited the different limestone areas of Lluidas Vale and The Ty Dixon Caves in St.Catherine, and Moneague in St. Ann’s. I collected data by means of photography and jotting down important details. As well as use of the senses, visual being the most effective, as well as tactile perception which was also effective. We went along to the various stops; I took my notes and asked questions thus elaborating on what I didn’t grasp properly.
As the tour guide, Mr. Daley, explained the different features, expounded on their formation as well as provided suggestions for the SBA composition. This information benefits as secondary information. I faced only one challenge which was traversing the landscape in unsuitable footwear and inclement weather. Nevertheless I managed to capture the essence of the areas and their features. I tried to capture the images on the camera as best as I
Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate
Geography
School Based Assignment
On
Limestone
Name: Camilla Holgate
School: Meadowbrook High School
Topic: Limestone
Centre Number: 100075
Registration Number:
Year of Exam: 2013-2014
Teachers Name: Mrs. Reid
Title Page
Project Title: Limestone
Name Of candidate: Camilla Holgate
School: Meadowbrook High
Teacher: Mrs. Reid
Territory: Jamaica
Table of Contents
Topics Pages
Aim of Study Pg 4
Location of Study Pg 5-6
Methodology Pg 8
Analysis & Discussion
Bog Walk Gorge Pg 9-11
Bog Walk Bridge Pg 11
Lluidas Vale Pg 11-14
Ty Dixon Pg 15
Moneague Pg 16-17
Effects of Limestone Pg 18
Benefits of Limestone Pg 18
Conclusion Pg 19-20
Bibliography Pg 21
Aim of Study
To identify and explain the processes which led to the formation of limestone in the areas of Bog Walk, Lluidas Vale, Ty Dixon and Moneague.
Methodology
On May 20, a group of 4th form Geography students from Meadowbrook High visited the different limestone areas of Lluidas Vale and The Ty Dixon Caves in St.Catherine, and Moneague in St. Ann’s. I collected data by means of photography and jotting down important details. As well as use of the senses, visual being the most effective, as well as tactile perception which was also effective. We went along to the various stops; I took my notes and asked questions thus elaborating on what I didn’t grasp properly.
As the tour guide, Mr. Daley, explained the different features, expounded on their formation as well as provided suggestions for the SBA composition. This information benefits as secondary information. I faced only one challenge which was traversing the landscape in unsuitable footwear and inclement weather. Nevertheless I managed to capture the essence of the areas and their features. I tried to capture the images on the camera as best as I
Bibliography: http://www.discoverjamaica.com/gleaner/discover/geography/features.htm Holmes, D. and Warn, S. (2003) Fieldwork Investigations- A Self Study Guide, London: Hodder and Stoughton, 2000. (1991) The Longman Atlas for Caribbean Examinations, London: Longman Caribbean. Allen-Vassell, M., Fraser, L. (1993). A Guide to Field Studies in School-based Assessment for CXC Geography. Caribbean Publishers