GIS: Visualising the physical and human geography of Nigeria
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use a geographic information system (GIS) to visualise the human and physical geography of Nigeria.
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.
Teacher tip
You may choose to use multiple lessons investigating Nigeria using GIS as an opening to the unit. There is a lot of scope for pupils to make their own decisions about what to find out about the country so that it is a broader enquiry.
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.
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
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.
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
Q2.Which of the following is an example of a GIS layer?
Q3.A GIS map often contains more than one to compare different kinds of information.
Q4.Which of the following best describes the country of Nigeria?
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