Mission Geography: Project-Based Learning Activities

Resource overview:
Mission Geography is a comprehensive platform providing ready-to-use, project-based learning activities for both primary and secondary students. Each “mission” is designed around real-world geographical or social challenges, such as mapping local transport networks, designing sustainable cities, or investigating environmental impacts. The resources include structured lesson plans, student worksheets, and guidance for teachers on facilitating inquiry-based learning. Students not only acquire knowledge but also develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, data collection, and collaboration. The platform allows teachers to integrate technology, fieldwork, and research, providing authentic learning experiences aligned with curriculum outcomes.

In the classroom:

Teachers can assign missions such as mapping local parks to evaluate land use, investigating water quality in nearby streams, or planning solutions to local traffic congestion. Students work in teams, collect data, and produce reports or digital presentations. The structure encourages student agency, decision-making, and the application of HaSS concepts to local contexts.

Five features teachers may find useful:

• Structured, step-by-step projects with teacher guides.

• Real-world applications connecting classroom learning to local environments.

• Promotes teamwork, inquiry, and problem-solving skills.

• Includes rubrics and assessment tools for easy marking.

• Adaptable to multiple year levels and differentiated learning needs.

Australian Curriculum links:

• Year 6: AC9HS6S04 – Create maps, graphs and tables to communicate data.

• Year 9: AC9HS9S04 – Analyse spatial data to identify patterns.