Darron Gedge has been making Geography videos since 2012. Darron does most of the research, script writing, narration, videoing and editing on all the videos seen on this site.
Darron Gedge was educated in New Zealand, gaining his BA (Geography & Political Studies) at the University of Auckland in 1994, and going on to complete a Graduate Diploma of Education at the Auckland College of Education in 2002. Darron has been teaching Geography in New Zealand secondary schools since 2003.
Darron has had a lifelong interest in geography, wildlife and exploring new places. Many of his videos have been shot in the wilderness of New Zealand.
Courses
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743 min7-part Science course26 CQ
Dive in to this beginner friendly course that covers the fundamentals of geomorphology and takes you around the globe to explain why Earth’s landforms are constantly changing and shifting.
with Darron GedgeDive in to this beginner friendly course that covers the fundamentals of geomorphology and takes you around the globe to explain why Earth’s landforms are constantly changing and shifting.
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1469 min14-part Analytics course42 CQ
Measure the world! In this course, geography teacher and field expert Darron Gedge shows you how to create accurate graphs for data visualization and how to read and draw clean and clear maps.
with Darron GedgeMeasure the world! In this course, geography teacher and field expert Darron Gedge shows you how to create accurate graphs for data visualization and how to read and draw clean and clear maps.
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524 min5-part Science course14 CQ
Volcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
with Darron GedgeVolcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
Other Lessons by Darron Gedge
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5 minScience lesson3 CQ
If you're someone who is fascinated by weather and geography, then you'll enjoy this lesson on climate control and what factors influence global climate change.
with Darron GedgeIf you're someone who is fascinated by weather and geography, then you'll enjoy this lesson on climate control and what factors influence global climate change.
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5 minScience lesson3 CQ
If you're a budding meteorologist, you'll want to learn the elements of weather and climate including temperature, precipitation, wind, sunshine and humidity.
with Darron GedgeIf you're a budding meteorologist, you'll want to learn the elements of weather and climate including temperature, precipitation, wind, sunshine and humidity.
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4 minFREEGeography lessonFree3 CQ
In this science and geography lesson, learn more about time zones and how to use maps and longitude to calculate the time in any of the 24 time zones.
with Darron GedgeIn this science and geography lesson, learn more about time zones and how to use maps and longitude to calculate the time in any of the 24 time zones.
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3 minFREEOutdoors lessonFree2 CQ
In this lesson, you’ll learn how to read coordinates and use a map to find latitude and longitude. Become a human GPS by learning how to find precise locations!
with Darron GedgeIn this lesson, you’ll learn how to read coordinates and use a map to find latitude and longitude. Become a human GPS by learning how to find precise locations!
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4 minOutdoors lesson3 CQ
Ever wanted to know how to use a compass? It's much more fun than Google Maps! Learn how to use a compass and map to navigate your way in this geography lesson.
with Darron GedgeEver wanted to know how to use a compass? It's much more fun than Google Maps! Learn how to use a compass and map to navigate your way in this geography lesson.
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3 minFREEAlgebra lessonFree2 CQ
For your hike, you’ll need a map, a compass, some water and… a calculator? Learn how to calculate the steepness of your hike with slope angle!
with Darron GedgeFor your hike, you’ll need a map, a compass, some water and… a calculator? Learn how to calculate the steepness of your hike with slope angle!
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9 minScience lesson5 CQ
In this ongoing series on volcanic landscapes students explore plant, bird, and tree identification throughout various altitudes of New Zealand.
with Darron GedgeIn this ongoing series on volcanic landscapes students explore plant, bird, and tree identification throughout various altitudes of New Zealand.
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5 minOutdoors lesson3 CQ
In this lesson, adventure lovers learn how to use a GPS device, exploring the general interface, how to get a good signal, and find a designated waypoint.
with Darron GedgeIn this lesson, adventure lovers learn how to use a GPS device, exploring the general interface, how to get a good signal, and find a designated waypoint.
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2 minFREEScience lessonFree2 CQ
In this lesson geographers and science students will learn how to calculate the transportation of sediment along a coastline by measuring longshore drift.
with Darron GedgeIn this lesson geographers and science students will learn how to calculate the transportation of sediment along a coastline by measuring longshore drift.