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.
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.
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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.
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Equipment
Computers, laptops or tablets with internet connection. The Geography Visualiser is a free app.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Study of natural features like rivers, mountains, and climate
Study of people and how they live, such as cities and jobs
A large landmass like Africa or Asia
A smaller area within a continent, with its own government
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
To form a picture in your mind or on a map
A computer system that shows data on maps to spot patterns
A set of information shown on a digital map, like roads or rainfall