Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland provides an outstanding opportunity for Geography students to experience a natural volcanic area which brings the classroom to life.

As well as being able to see at first hand some unique volcanic features, students studying the tourism unit will be able to better understand the dynamics of a leading attraction slightly removed from a major tourist centre.

At the request of the principle teacher, staff members are available to provide an overview of the geothermal features and the dynamics of the tourism industry. There will also be an opportunity for students to ask questions related to the subject matter.

NCEA Levels

Demonstrate understanding of how natural processes shape an environment. With a focus on volcanic and geothermal processes.

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Assessment: Students collect information on the urban pattern of tourism during a visit to a tourist attraction in Rotorua.

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Assessment: Collect information on how the cultural process of tourism development has shaped the Rotorua environment.

Assessment: Collect information on how the cultural process of tourism development has shaped the Coromandel environment.

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Operator will talk on the issue of sustainability of tourism in Rotorua, focusing ontheir product, but also with views on the wider issue and the actions that are needed to keep tourism in Rotorua sustainable.

Worksheets: Available through REN’s Curriculum Resources.

Worksheets: Available through REN’s Curriculum Resources

Worksheets: Available through REN’s Curriculum Resources