
Complete Unit – Core 1: Population Distribution – Changing Population (IB Geography)
This fully resourced unit follows the IB Geography (SL/HL) syllabus and provides complete coverage of the Core 1 topic: Population Distribution – Changing Population. Lessons are academically robust, visually engaging, and designed to develop strong geographical understanding – ideal for IB learners aiming for top achievement in Paper 1.
Whether you’re a specialist or non-specialist, this unit is ready to teach and easy to follow – saving valuable planning time while ensuring full syllabus alignment. It includes PowerPoints, ready-to-print worksheets, embedded videos, and revision materials, with all content structured to match the suggested 21–24 teaching hours for Core 1.
Topics covered:
Core 1A – Population and Economic Development Patterns
Population distribution global scale
Distribution in China
Distribution in South Africa
Economic classifications and global patterns
Core 1B – Changing Population and Places
Population change over time
Demographic Transition Model
Population pyramids
Triangular graphs
Megacities growth
Forced migration + case studies (Syria and Kiribati)
Core 1C – Challenges and Opportunities
Sex ratios
Ageing populations
Pro-natalist policies + Russia case study
Anti-natalist policies + China case study
Singapore case study
Gender equality policies + case studies (Rwanda and Kerala)
Anti-trafficking policies
Demographic dividend
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Updated June 2025
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