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Grade 8 Geography Global Inequalities: Economic Development and Quality of Life
Grade 8 Geography Global Inequalities: Economic Development and Quality of Life
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Total Pages: 433 pages
Answer Key: Included with rubric
Teaching Duration: N/A
File Size: 51.88 MB
File Type: PDF
Looking for a comprehensive, ready-to-teach Grade 8 Geography Unit aligned to the Ontario Curriculum Strand B? This Economic Development and Quality of Life Unit includes 19 in-depth lessons that guide students through critical topics such as global inequality, economic systems, and how quality of life varies across the world. This unit makes teaching Grade 8 Geography Strand B simple, organized, and engaging - perfect for in-person or online learning.
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Curriculum Alignment: Aligned with the Ontario Social Studies Curriculum 2023 Grade 8 Geography Strand B.
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What's Included:
✅ 19 Detailed Lessons - To keep students engaged in their learning
✅ Daily Lesson Plans – Easy-to-follow guides save you hours of prep
✅ Editable Teacher Slideshow (Google Slides™) – A ready-to-use and customizable visual presentation to guide instruction and keep lessons organized and engaging
✅ MP3 Audio Files – Support learners with audio instruction
✅ Student Choice & Inquiry Activities – Foster engagement and ownership of learning
✅ Differentiated Tasks – Perfect for mixed-ability classrooms
✅ Graphic Organizers – Help students process complex information visually
✅ Summative Assessments – Mid-unit and final tests with answer keys
✅ Google Slides™ – Ideal for Google Classroom™ and online learning
✅ Ready-to-Use Sub Plans – Includes a “Charitable Celebrities” activity, perfect for emergency plans
Lesson Overview:
- Examining Quality of Life
- Geography Inequalities Vocabulary
- Quality of Life Indicators
- Scatter Plot Graphs
- Millennium Development Goals
- Quality of Life Research Presentation
- Population Pyramids
- Interrelationships
- Mid-Unit Test
- Media and Quality of Life
- Quality of Life Inquiry
- Economic Systems
- Economic Sectors
- Economic Systems and Sectors Quiz
- Economic Development Factors
- Global Distribution of Wealth
- Clothing Waste
- Unit Test
- Sub Plans: Charitable Celebrities
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Why Teachers Love It:
- Curriculum-Aligned – Designed specifically for the Grade 8 Ontario Geography Curriculum Strand B
- Time-Saving – Daily plans, answer keys, and rubrics help you stay organized and prepared
- Inclusive – Audio files support auditory learners and accessibility
- Engaging & Inquiry-Based – Promotes critical thinking and real-world application
- Differentiated – Meets the needs of diverse learners with varied tasks and scaffolds
- Digital-Friendly – Easy integration with Google Classroom and other online platforms
- Assessment Made Easy – Rubrics and clear grading tools simplify evaluation
Teacher Feedback
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- "My grade 8s loved this unit. The lessons are easy to digest, engaging and connected to the curriculum. Couldn't ask for more!"
- "Another phenomenal Geography unit! This purchase includes so many great activities, including activities connected to interesting videos. These activities and videos created deep, critical thinking from my students and they were eager to share their options and dig deep to learn more on specific issues they connected with individually."
- "This unit is fantastic! It's user-friendly for those of us who do not have much background knowledge or experience in teaching Geography. I found the lessons so informative, interesting and engaging! I used to dread teaching this but this unit has helped immensely!"
Do you have students working below grade level?
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Check out this modified unit - Grade 8 Geography Strand B Modified Unit.
Empower your students with a deeper understanding of economic development, quality of life, and the important connections between them. This unit is your all-in-one solution to teaching Grade 8 Geography Strand B effectively and confidently!
Additional Notes:
- A regular internet connection is required.
- Students must conduct their own research for inquiry tasks (not included).
- This resource is not editable.



