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The Assessment Wheel


River photo
What aspects of the Physical Environment are
raised by this picture?

Physical Environment Wheel

Definition:

The "physical assessment" of a community is accomplished through careful observation using all the senses. Take a walk and/or drive through the community and see what you notice. Be sure to listen and smell! (I sometimes think the best part is the taste!)

Essential Data:

Includes the boundaries of the community, climate and density of housing.

 

Examples of Questions:   
  1. Do the schools have safe playgrounds?
  2. What is the white dust that settles on parked cars on the west side of town?
  3. Where do the people of the neighborhood gather?

 

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