GIS: Visualising the physical and human geography of the DRC
I can use a geographic information system (GIS) to visualise the human and physical geography of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Year 8
GIS: Visualising the physical and human geography of the DRC
I can use a geographic information system (GIS) to visualise the human and physical geography of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The DRC is a country in central Africa and is one of the largest countries in Africa.
- The DRC is largely landlocked, it has a very small stretch of coastline to the west.
- Different layers of data on a GIS help us visualise the human geography of the DRC.
- Different layers of data on a GIS help us visualise the physical geography of the DRC.
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
The DRC is a relatively small country.
The DRC is a very large country. It's position on the equator means that it often appears smaller than it really is on some world maps.
Equipment
Must have access to computers or tablets that are connected to the internet.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions:
Q2.What major river flows through the DRC?
Q3.The DRC is covered in large areas of ...
Q4.One of the DRC’s neighbours is ...
Q5.What natural feature influences the DRC’s high rainfall?
Q6.The River is one of the most important rivers in Africa.
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keyword to its definition:
