I’m a geographer, get me out of here
Join free live online chats with professional geographers.
The Society is supporting I’m a geographer, get me out of here, brought to you by the team behind I’m a scientist, get me out of here, to provide schools with free access to live online chats with professional geographers about the world of work to find out more about how they use geographical skills and knowledge beyond the classroom.
Showcasing the breadth of opportunity that studying geography provides, these free 30-minute sessions will encourage your students to choose geography and show the relevance of the geography they are learning in the classroom and how those ideas, concepts, theories and solutions are applied in the world of work.
Flexible online geography enrichment
I am a geographer, get me out of here, brings real-world context to your curriculum.
By taking part in I’m a geographer, get me out of here, students will:
- See real-life examples and applications of their learning.
- Be inspired by people who have taken their interest in geography to the next step.
- Learn about the transferability of geography skills and qualifications.
- Lead conversations and ask the questions that are most important and relevant to them.
- Gain confidence in exploring their own interests and career aspiration.
Sign your school up to take part
Explore geography careers through interactive conversations
In an I’m a… live chat, your students lead the conversation, asking the questions that are most important to them. The text-based platform gives every student an equal voice, from the most confident to the most shy. The activity engages 89% of students taking part.
During the activity, students:
- Explore profiles and CVs of up to 40 people who use geography in their careers.
- Connect with a diverse range of geographers in 30-minute, text-based, online chats.
- Deepen their understanding by sending follow-up questions on the Ask page.
- Cast their vote to decide which geographer they want to win the £500 prize.
- Review and reflect on their learning through a facilitated discussion.
It was a great experience and a fantastic opportunity for the students. They were really engaged and the activity created a really great vibe in the class.Teacher, I'm a geographer, get me out of here
