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- Daily Class participation.
- Observation of group work.
- Quick landscape identification quizzes.
- Class participation in discussions.

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By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

Identify, describe, compare, and contrast characteristics of the different types of landscapes.

Understand life in the mountains, plains, and coasts in Colombia.

Secondary Objectives
- Describe key characteristics of each landscape using their landforms.
- Compare and contrast different landscapes through their different landforms.
- Understand how landscapes affect human life and activities.

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One of the most diverse Country in the world, Colombia's landscapes are often overlooked by majority of travelers. In this post you will discover pictures of the TOP 21 crazy landscapes to see in Colombia. We'll cover here the whole country from caribbean coast, Choco on pacific side, Guajira desert, Andes and many more places

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COLOMBIA LANDSCAPE N°5

Finca Barlovento Los Naranjos

This is my preferred hotel in Colombia : Barlovento Tayrona. It is a private beach were we the river joins the sea. An incredible sunset over Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, while enjoying a good mojito ! 😉

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COLOMBIA LANDSCAPE N°14

Choco Nuqui

A Bit further in the south, you'll get another wonderful beaches close to Nuqui. For me Guachalito is the "Cabo San Juan" of Choco (Cabo San Juan is the most famous beach of Tayrona Park)

Last word

That's it ! Here are some of the 21 most beautiful landscapes I've seen in Colombia. Still hungry ? Don't hesitate to visit my site if you want to see more pictures of Colombia And what about you ? would you recommend another incredible places ? Sorry I didn't put them all, otherwise it would have been a Top 323 places to see ! 😉 If you have any questions or suggestions about these places, don't hesitate to let me know in the comments below !

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Colombia Landscapes : TOP 21 craziest places to see

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One of the most diverse Country in the world, Colombia's landscapes are often overlooked by majority of travelers. In this post you will discover pictures of the TOP 21 crazy landscapes to see in Colombia.

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Students will demonstrate success when they can:
1. Name at least 5 different types of landscapes
2. List 3 key features of each landscape type
3. Explain how the Colombian people live in the mountains, plains, and coasts.
4. Compare two different landscapes using a graphic organizer.

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Assessment criteria of mandatory physical education classes in the Academic Sports Centre

I.The physical education classes are held in different forms depending on the student's health and the organizational and financial possibilities of ASC.

Classes are held in the following groups:

1.General
2.Specialized
3.Swimming lessons
4.corrective gymnastics at the gym
5. The sports section of Academic Club of AZS PG
6.The theoretical classes for students with sick leave
7.Sports camps organized by the ASC
8.Regular participation in sports competitions organized by the ASC as part of football and basketball league

II.Assessment criteria

1.Attendance at classes: absence in four or more classes per semester without an excuse leads to a lack of completion and the necessity to retake the course in the next semester as a whole (75% of the final grade)
2.Passing a theoretical test 75% of the final grade). Students participating in 80% of classes have the right to apply for an exemption from the theoretical test.
3.Participation in physical exams, and in the case of students - members of the sports section also participated in sports.
4.Active participation in all classes.

III.Exemptions

1. Absence from physical education classes can be excused by submitting a medical certificate within 14-days following the disease. A doctor's stamp and the health center, hospital or medical cooperatives header stamps are required on the exemption..

2.Long-term exemption from physical education / more than one month / may only be granted by a specialist doctor. The exemption must clearly state that it concerns physical education classes, classes in the pool or corrective exercises. A doctor's stamp and the health center, hospital or medical cooperatives header stamps are required on exemption. The exemption must be delivered not later than three weeks after the beginning of the classes during each semester. The medical decision exempts the student only from the physical exercise. Student with sick leave is required to participate in theoretical classes.

3.Exemption from physical education may be obtained by the student who is a member of the Olympic Team, National Team, Universiade Team or having a first or upper sport class certified by the National Sports Association of each discipline.

IV.Repetition

When a student does not obtain a credit with physical education he receives the card to supplement, which allows him/her to catch up through attendance at any selected locations and dates for the next semester (the number of athletes in the classroom may not exceed the maximum number of athletes on the sports facility) taking not more than one teaching unit per day.

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Assesment criteria | Gdańsk University of Technology

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Assessment criteria of mandatory physical education classes in the Academic Sports Centre I.The physical education classes are held in different forms depending on the student's health and the organizational and financial possibilities of ASC. Classes are held in the following groups:

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Essential Question: What makes landscapes different from each other?

1. Warm-up:

Students will log into Nearpod using the tablets set; they will type the lesson code and their names to start.

After that, students will read the class declaration to set their minds for the lesson.

Then, they will read and explore the pictures of different landscapes (mountains, valleys, rivers, and coasts).

During the lesson, the teacher will ask students, “What do you see? How are they different?”

2. Explanation:

Present definitions and key characteristics of landscapes.

Discuss examples of different landscapes in Colombia shown in the Nearpod presentation.

3. Interactive Activity:

Use the "Draw It" activity on Nearpod (students label the landforms presented in a picture of a landscape).

Have volunteers explain their drawings.

4. Wrap-up (10 min):

Ask students, “Which landscape do you like the most? Why?”

Give a brief preview of the next lesson.

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Types of Landforms  | Landforms | Video for Kids

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Lesson Steps:

1. Review :

Students will log into Nearpod using the tablets set; they will type the lesson code and their names to start.

Recap the previous lesson by showing landscape pictures.

Ask students to describe what they remember.

2. Explanation:

3. Students will explore the slides about coastal landscapes.

In teams, they will discuss the landforms in a coastal landscape.

4. Interactive activity
Use the "Draw It 2" activity on Nearpod (students label the landforms presented in a picture of a landscape).

5. Wrap-up:

Ask students, “How do you think climate affects the landscape?”

Assign a small research task: “Find a picture of a Colombian landscape and be ready to talk about it in the next class.”

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Review : Recap the previous lesson, talking about interesting facts.

Lesson Content:

Students will log into Nearpod using the tablets set; they will type the lesson code and their names to start.

Students will use slide 27 to compare two Colombian landscapes using a Venn Diagram.

Use slides 30 to 31 to read a text about the characteristics of Colombian landscapes.

Students will have the opportunity to listen, a follow the reading, and take turns to read aloud.

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Multiple Choice Quiz: Students answer Nearpod’s multiple-choice questions on geographical features (mountain ranges, equator, rivers, and climates).

Fill-in-the-Blanks Activity: Students complete Nearpod’s "Fill in the Blanks" activity related to Colombia’s landscape diversity.

Time to climb: Students will play a game inside the nearpod lesson to check their understanding and compete again their classmates.

Interactive video: Students will watch a video to see the features of Colombian landscapes. They will interact with the video, answering questions in specific parts of the video.

Open-Ended Questions: Students respond to Nearpod’s reflective questions:

What have you learned in this lesson?

What was your favorite activity?

What would you add to this lesson?

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For advanced students:
- Research and present on unique landscapes around the world
- Create a 3D model of a landscape
- Write a story about living in an extreme landscape

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For students needing additional help:
- Simplified landscape vocabulary cards
- Guided worksheet with picture supports
- Partner reading about landscapes

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Multiple Choice Quiz

Fill-in-the-Blanks Activity

Time to climb

Interactive video

Open-Ended Questions

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End of class reflection questions:
1. What new landscape did you learn about today?
2. How is it different from where we live?
3. What surprised you most about today's lesson?

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Final class: Landscape Jeopardy game with categories:
- Landscape Types
- Characteristics
- People & Places
- Fun Facts

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Define natural landscapes.
, Define man-made landscapes. , What does relief mean?
, Define vegetation.

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Keep a daily journal with drawings and descriptions of different landscapes you learn about. Include at least 3 characteristics for each landscape.

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Choose one landscape type and create a poster or digital presentation about:
- Its main features
- Where it can be found
- How people live there
- Interesting facts

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Write a short story about a day in the life of someone living in a landscape different from ours. What challenges might they face? What makes their life unique?

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Get ready to explore the diverse and breathtaking landscapes and landforms of Colombia! In this unit, you will learn about the different natural regions that make our country unique — from soaring mountains and tropical rainforests to vast plains and stunning coastlines.

This unit is designed for 3rd-grade students at Colegio Montessori Medellín, a private institution with more than 700 students committed to quality education.

We will be using the Nearpod platform, which allows us to interact through audio, video, games, and assessment activities that make learning dynamic and fun!

Meet the Creators:

Diana María Díaz Anduquia

Sergio Andrés Loaiza López

Daniela Tique Cassanova

Students from the Universidad de Santander Specialization in ICTs for Teaching.

Welcome, and enjoy this learning journey through the landscapes of Colombia!

Click here to access the link to the unit.