Big Idea: “Human journeys, geography, culture and livelihoods shape communities, identity and connections over time.”

Transdisciplinary Theme:
Where We Are in Place and Time – Journeys, migration, heritage, environment–human relationships, and how evidence helps us understand people and places.

Age Group: PYP 5 (10–11 years)
Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days
Venue: Coorg
Learning Style: Inquiry-Based • Experiential • Evidence-Driven • Reflective • Collaborative

Includes – Structured Pre-Tour, On-Tour & Post-Tour Learning Cycle


Program Overview

This 3-day inquiry programme turns Coorg into a living classroom where students explore rivers, ecosystems, Tibetan migration, elephants, geography and trade, connecting human journeys, culture, identity and environment through evidence, experience and reflection.


ATL Skills Developed

Thinking: Analysis, connections, cause–effect reasoning
Research: Observation, inquiry, mapping, evidence gathering
Communication: Questioning, discussion, reflective expression
Social: Collaboration, perspective-taking, responsibility
Self-Management: Safety, organisation, resilience, time management


Learning Objectives

Students will:

  • Understand how geography shapes livelihoods, culture and settlement

  • Explore Tibetan migration, identity and adaptation

  • Analyse human–nature relationships through rivers, forests and elephants

  • Examine trade, economy and coffee’s global journey

  • Strengthen inquiry, reflection, collaboration and communication skills


Learning Outcomes

By the end of the tour, students can:

  • Explain how place shapes culture, livelihoods and identity

  • Interpret evidence from ecosystems, communities and heritage spaces

  • Describe Coorg’s environment, migration stories and trade connections

  • Demonstrate empathy, responsible behaviour and cultural respect

  • Reflect meaningfully, showing deeper understanding and critical thinking

 

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