Geography Grade 12 Research Task 2023

RESEARCH
TASK 3
GRADE 12
GEOGRAPHY
TERM ONE 2023
This research task consists of 6 pages and a separate rubric and a recording sheet.
Geography Grade 12 Research Task 2 2023
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION TO EDUCATORS AND LEARNERS
1. Choose a topic in any section of Geography grade 12 and conduct a research

following the guidelines provided.
2. The task must be completed in term one.
3. The total time allocated to this task is 20 hours.
4. The completion of all three sections of this task should not go beyond the first
term.
5. Write clearly and legibly.
6. All errors must be corrected and completed in pencil on the script by the learner
as part of remediation of this task.
7. Use a single tick for the allocation of ONE (1) mark. ✓
8. Use TWO ticks for the allocation of TWO (2) marks. ✓✓ Ticks MUST be placed,
on/on top of/at the end of the correct response, in the sentence.
9. A cross (✗) MUST be placed at the end of each incorrect/invalid sentence or
response.
10. Learner responses to this task MUST be completed in BLUE pen.
11. Marking MUST be completed in RED pen.
12. First level Moderation (HOD/Senior Teacher) MUST be completed in Green pen.
13. Second level Moderation (Cluster/Circuit/District Teacher Moderator) MUST be
completed Black pen.
14. Subject Advisor Moderation (District) MUST be completed in ORANGE pen
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EDUCATOR GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING RESEARCH
THE HYPOTHESIS TESTING APPROACH TO RESEARCH TASKS IN GEOGRAPHY

FET
1. The Requirements in the Program of Assessment:
Research Activities Steps Marks Length Time Frames
Formulate the 1 5 Statement

hypothesis
Mapping 2 14 A4 size or smaller

1 to 3 days
Background information 3 16 Paragraph of EIGHT
about the study area, lines
(Paragraph)
Data collection 4 10 75 to 100 words
Secondary data (Photographs and
sources questionnaires)
Analysis and synthesis 5 20 300 to 450 words

of data (Graphs/Tables)
Recommendations (5 6 10 Structured 1 – 3 days
marks) paragraph(s) of
Solutions (5 marks) approximately EIGHT
lines
Conclusion 7 10 Paragraph of
Accept or reject approximately
hypothesis EIGHT lines.
Bibliography 8 5 1 – 3 days
Cover page 9 5
Presentation 10 5
Total 100
Submission 31 May 2023

EDUCATOR’S GUIDE
Step 1: Formulating a hypothesis or a geographical statement
As Geographers we seek to understand and explain the interactions between humans,

and between humans and the environment in space and time. This is achieved by
asking questions or making informed geographical decisions on causes, effects and
solutions/recommendations
Development of Hypothesis testing in the Geography FET:

- The learner has to choose a specific area of study where a geographical statement
can be made.
- During this stage a geographical statement showing is made to ask the following:
WHAT IS IT?
WHERE IS IT?
HOW OUGHT IT TO BE?
HUMAN IMPACTS …
THE BIG IDEAS OF CAPS (Empirical Analytical Approach)
The learner should then follow the steps of research to ensure that the geographical
statement is well defined.
A possible hypothesis in Geomorphology: Catchment and river management.
Other possible hypothesis type research:
• The E-Toll system will impact negatively on the economic position of people using
private transport in Gauteng.
• The E-Toll system will impact positively on traffic flow to the major urban centres
of Gauteng.
NB: The HYPOTHESIS is a GEOGRAPHICAL STATEMENT (GEOGRAPHICAL

ENQUIRY)
Step 2: Mapping
• The learner must provide a map of the area in question.
• During this stage the learner has to create a buffer zone around the area where the
geographical problem exists.
• The map should have a clear legend/key and must be drawn to scale. The scale must
be indicated on the map.
• If the map used covers a wider area, buffer zones around the area of study should be
created.
• The map used should be the most recent map of the study area.
Step 3: Background information about an area of study.
• Learners need to explain where in South Africa the study area is located. (This can be
indicated on the map)
• Description of the study area in terms of its exact position (degrees, minutes and
seconds).
• Provide relevant information about the area, for example population of the area or
climate of the area.
• Provide media (newspaper/internet/magazine) sources.
Step 4: Methods of data collection
(a) PRIMARY DATA SOURCES
• The use of questionnaires

• Interviews
NB Please note that use of primary data
• Observations sources is not compulsory during COVID19
• Field trips PANDEMIC

(b) SECONDARY DATA SOURCES

• Newspaper articles
• Government department statistics
• Books
• Internet
Step 5: Analysis and synthesis of data
• Collected data should now be used to formulate a discussion around the existing
geographical problem.
• At this stage learners should represent some of the information graphically where
necessary, for example graphs, sketches etc.
• Graphic information must be analysed during this stage.
Step 6: Recommendations and possible solutions
• Learners should now make recommendations to solve the geographical problem in

question.
• Learners should be encouraged to present their original and realistic opinions as far as
they possibly can.
Step 7: Conclusion – ACCEPT OR REJECT the hypothesis.
• Learners should now make a decision to either ACCEPT or REJECT the hypothesis.
• Learner to provide reasons for either ACCEPTING or REJECTING the hypothesis.
Eg The hypothesis is rejected. The evidence gathered points to other sources of pollution
of the vaal river. The research that I conducted indicate that the informal settlement close
to the Vaal river ….
Step 8: Bibliography
• A comprehensive bibliography should be included.
• List web sites in full.
• Annexures of questionnaires and interviews conducted should be included.

Step 9: Submission
• Learners are encouraged to include graphs, tables, diagrams and pictures where
necessary.
• On submission, ensure that a suitable cover page is included.

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RESEARCH

TERM ONE 2023

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION TO EDUCATORS AND LEARNERS

1. Choose a topic in any section of Geography grade 12 and conduct a research

Geography Gr 12 Task 3 Please Turn over

EDUCATOR GUIDELINES FOR CONDUCTING RESEARCH

THE HYPOTHESIS TESTING APPROACH TO RESEARCH TASKS IN GEOGRAPHY

Formulate the 1 5 Statement

Mapping 2 14 A4 size or smaller

Analysis and synthesis 5 20 300 to 450 words

Submission 31 May 2023

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Step 1: Formulating a hypothesis or a geographical statement

As Geographers we seek to understand and explain the interactions between humans,

Development of Hypothesis testing in the Geography FET:

Other possible hypothesis type research:

NB: The HYPOTHESIS is a GEOGRAPHICAL STATEMENT (GEOGRAPHICAL

Step 3: Background information about an area of study.

• Provide media (newspaper/internet/magazine) sources.

Step 4: Methods of data collection

(a) PRIMARY DATA SOURCES

• The use of questionnaires

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(b) SECONDARY DATA SOURCES

Step 5: Analysis and synthesis of data

Step 6: Recommendations and possible solutions

• Learners should now make recommendations to solve the geographical problem in

Step 7: Conclusion – ACCEPT OR REJECT the hypothesis.

• Learner to provide reasons for either ACCEPTING or REJECTING the hypothesis.

• A comprehensive bibliography should be included.

• List web sites in full.

• Annexures of questionnaires and interviews conducted should be included.

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• On submission, ensure that a suitable cover page is included.

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