Millers Point is designed to support the Global Challenges topic of the Stage 6 Geography Syllabus. It specifically targets the section relating to the "issues arising from the changing size and distribution of population including environmental, social and economic impacts" By undertaking a detailed study of the Urban Renewal process occurring in Millers Point - an inner city community, students gain first hand experience of these impacts. The fieldwork uses a variety of inquiry methodologies to enhance geographic skills and is an excellent support as a prelude to students undertaking their own research for the Senior Geography Project.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING SITES, ACTIVITIES AND STUDENT OUTCOMES		Version 1:8/00
Learning Site	Activity	Student Outcomes
Pre- visit Activities
1. Observatory Hill EEC	Video Audio Broadsheet Skills Overview of Fieldwork	become familiar with the study area, its geographic character and the issues likely to impact on the community. collaborate in the formulation of a plan for active geographical inquiry in Millers Point.
2. Observatory Park	Landuse Analysis	gain an insight into the landuse types of the area through transect interpretation.
	Cultural Connections	enhance mapping skills in conjunction with an understanding of 'culture of place'.
3-5. Kent /Argyle / Lower Fort Streets	Assessment of the implementation of the Social/Environmental Plans of Sydney City Council	observe and record elements contributing to the quality of the environment in Millers Point.
6. Walsh Bay - elevated view from Downshire Street	Taking Issue	identify issues likely to impact on the community from the redevelopment.
7. Walsh Bay Project - from waterfront	Expert talk from Public Relations Manager - Walsh Bay Projects	gain an insight into the key elements of this redevelopment and the social. economic and environmental changes it will bring.
8. Clyne Reserve	Ports or People	apply their knowledge of current redevelopment proposals to a future development in this location.
9. King George V Recreation Centre	Population Pressure Talk by the Senior Operations Controller of the KGV Recreation Centre	classify the factors promoting and resisting changes to the nature and size of the population in Millers Point. assess the controls in place to protect the Millers Point community.   identify vocational relevance from a geographical perspective.

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