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Overview:

Students will complete a case study of a fictional town soon to be connected to a larger city by rail. Students will find out how being connected will transform the local economy and then present their findings to local stakeholders.

Learning objectives:

Students will learn to:

  • Explain how railway connections can benefit the local economy.
  • Understand how engineering projects such as railways impact on individuals, society and the environment.
  • Describe the role of community engagement officers.

Students will use the Essential Skills of speaking, listening and teamwork.

Delivery notes:

This activity is expected to take two lessons and a homework to complete. Students will begin their presentation in the first lesson and then complete it as homework to be presented in the second lesson.

Access to computers or smart devices with presentation software would be useful.

Useful links: 

HS2: More Capacity