GIS: Visualising the physical and human geography of Nigeria
I can use a geographic information system (GIS) to visualise the human and physical geography of Nigeria.
- Year 8
GIS: Visualising the physical and human geography of Nigeria
I can use a geographic information system (GIS) to visualise the human and physical geography of Nigeria.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Nigeria is a country in West Africa and is one of the largest countries on the continent.
- Nigeria has a coastline to the south along the Atlantic Ocean and shares borders with four countries.
- Different layers of data on a GIS help us visualise the human geography of Nigeria.
- Different layers of data on a GIS help us visualise the physical geography of Nigeria.
Keywords
Visualise - to form a mental or physical image of something, making it easier to understand
Geographic information system - a geographic information system (GIS) is a computer mapping system that captures, and displays geographic data to help understand spatial patterns
Layer - a visual representation of geographic data on a digital map, such as population density, income levels, or land use
Common misconception
Nigeria is a relatively small country.
Nigeria is a relatively large country. It is much bigger than France despite it looking a similar size on some map projections.
Equipment
Computers, laptops or tablets with internet connection. The Geography Visualiser is a free app.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the term to its definition.
Q2.Which of these is an example of physical geography?
Q3.Which of these is an example of human geography?
Q4.How many continents are there?
Q5.Africa is a made up of over 50 countries.
Q6.Which of the following is a country in Africa?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions.
