Description
Welcome to Module 1!
Dear Learner,
Where we explore the diverse landscapes and dynamic environments of Africa. This module is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of geographical concepts, focusing on Africa’s physical features, climate, natural resources, and population dynamics. By the end of this course, you will not only gain essential geographical knowledge but also develop critical analytical skills necessary for you future career.
Competencies
By the end of your study of this module, you will be able to:
- Differentiate and classify major landforms globally and analyze the spatial variations of Africa’s landscapes.
- Evaluate climatic regions and types worldwide, and compare climatic variations and their impact within Africa.
- Assess the benefits of climate to Africa’s people and analyze the challenges of climate change on development.
- Identify, classify, and describe key natural resources, drainage systems, and water resources in Africa.
- Categorize the primary soil types, mineral resources, vegetation, and wildlife across Africa.
- Analyze Africa’s demographic structure, trends, and variations across the continent.
- Examine the distribution patterns, types of settlements, and their relationship to Africa’s physical environment.
Contents
1. Landforms of Africa
Lesson 1: Global Landform Overview
Lesson 2: Africa’s Location Overview
Lesson 3: Major Landforms of Africa
2. Climate of Africa
Lesson 4: Global Climate Overview
Lesson 5: Africa’s Climate Zones
Lesson 6: Africa’s Climate Benefits
Lesson 7: Climate Change Challenges
3. Natural Resource Base of Africa
Lesson 8: Global Natural Resources
Lesson 9: Africa’s Water Resources
Lesson 10: Africa’s Soils and Minerals
Lesson 11: Africa’s Vegetation and Wildlife
4. Population of Africa
Lesson 12: Global Population Trends
Lesson 13: Africa’s Demographic Trends
Lesson 14: Population Structure
Lesson 15: Africa’s Population Spread
Lesson 16: Africa Settlement Patterns
Assessment
Assessment in this module may include:
- Quizzes, Tests and assignments
- Mid-term exam
- Final exam
References
- Grade 9 Geography text book
- Extreme Geography
- Royal Geography
- Top Geography
