Speak like an expert - Rivers

In an educational activity designed to encourage pupils to articulate their knowledge about rivers, students are invited to engage in a partner exercise where they take on the role of an expert. The task requires each pupil to speak for one minute, sharing as many facts as they have learned about various aspects of rivers. The aim is to demonstrate their understanding by using specific terminology and information related to the topic. This could include discussing the characteristics and significance of rivers in the UK, major rivers around the world, and the formation of oxbow lakes, which are a classic feature in the meandering course of a river.

The pupils are also expected to describe the river's journey from its source, high in the mountains or hills, down to the estuary where it meets the sea. In their explanation, they might include references to the Thames, one of the most famous rivers in the UK, and the water cycle, which plays a crucial role in feeding rivers. They should discuss the concept of tributaries, smaller streams or rivers that flow into a larger one, and why many cities are historically located near rivers, often for trade, transportation, and water supply. Furthermore, they could explore their local river, the natural process of river meandering, the formation of waterfalls, and the ongoing processes of erosion and deposition that shape river landscapes. The partner listening to the presentation will then score the 'expert' out of 10 based on the use and accuracy of the information presented.