Dive into the Pedagogy of Geography, a comprehensive resource blending theory and practice. From curricular concerns to contemporary issues and NEP 2020, this book caters to pre-service and in-service geography educators seeking inclusive and effective teaching strategies with special addresses to visually impaired students. The book may be found useful by learners, teacher educators, and all the stakeholders having an interest in the subject.
Dr. Mousumi Boral is an Associate Professor in Geography at Satyapriya Roy College of Education, Kolkata, with more than 25 years of teaching experience. Her expertise spans Geography, Science Education, Population and Environmental Education, Educational Management, Educational Psychology, Education in Special Needs, and Guidance and Counselling. She mentors students, supervises dissertations, and guides M.Phil and Ph.D. scholars.
Recipient of the BOLT Award in 2003, Dr. Boral is a Guest Faculty at Ramakrishna Mission Blind Boys' Academy, Narendrapur. She served as a visiting faculty at the University of Calcutta and is presently engaged at Aliah University. Internationally recognized, Dr. Boral presented a paper on Geography and Sustainable Education at the University of Oxford, UK, where she received a Bursary Award. She has publications in esteemed journals and books.
Foreword, Preface
PRACTICALS
1. Identification of Rocks/ 3
Definition of a Rock / 3; Definition of a Mineral / 3; Igneous Rocks / 3; Sedimentary Rocks / 4; Metamorphic Rocks / 5; Rock Cycle of Transformation / 5
2. Scale
Statement Scale / 8; Numeric Ratio Scale / 8; Graphical Scale / 9
3. Temperature and Rainfall Graphs
Equatorial Climate / 14; Tropical Monsoon Climate / 15; Hot Desert / 16; Mediterranean Climate / 17
4. Drawing of Isolines: Isotherms, Isobars, Isohyets and Contours
Isolines / 19; Isotherms / 20; Isobars / 22; Isohyets / 24; Contours / 25
5. Meteorological Instruments
Six’s Minimum and Maximum Thermometer / 27; Stevenson Screen / 29; Hygrometer or Dry and Wet Bulb Thermometer / 30; Fortin’s Barometer / 32; Rain Gauge / 35; Wind Vane / 35
6. Cartograms
Simple Bar Diagram / 37; Multiple Bar Diagram / 39; Compound Bar Diagram / 41; Pie Diagram / 43; Choropleth / 45; Line Graph / 49; Flow Maps/Charts / 53;
Star Diagram / 54
7. Chorochromatic Map
Importance / 55
8. Weather Map
Introduction / 58; Temperature / 58; Pressure / 58; Wind / 59; Cloud Cover / 59; Precipitation / 59; Sea Conditions / 60
9. Map Projections
Cylindrical Equal-Area Projection / 61; Simple Conical Projection with One Standard Parallel / 61; Polar Zenithal Equal Area Projection / 63
10. Topographical Maps
Reading of Topographical Maps / 65; Topographical Map 55D/7 / 66;
Grid Reference / 68; Principles of Map Interpretation / 69; Transect Chart / 71; Conventional Signs or Symbols Used in Topographical Maps / 72
11. Geological Map
12. Survey Formats
Concept and Definition / 96; Land-Use Study / 96; Necessity of the Study of Land Use / 96; Procedure of Study / 98; Suggested Topics for the Survey / 100
13. Importance of Studying with Relevant Typicals in Geography for Secondary Classes at Schools
Great Geographers / 107
14. Statistical Representations
Meaning of Statistics / 110; Functions of Statistics / 110; Importance of
Statistics / 110; Limitations of Statistics / 111; Data / 111; Collection of Data / 111; Frequency Distribution / 113; Histogram / 113; Frequency Polygon / 114; Shape of the Frequency Curve / 115; Measures of Central Tendency / 118; Mean / 118; Median / 119; Mode / 120; Quartile Deviation / 121; Standard Deviation / 121; Scatter Diagram / 121; Coefficient of Variation / 123
PRACTICUM
15. Unit Planning for School Geography
Introduction / 129; Understanding the Curriculum / 129; Analyzing Learner
Needs / 129; Selecting Relevant Content / 129; Designing Engaging Learning Activities / 130; Assessing Learner Learning / 130; Differentiating Instruction / 130; Incorporating Reflection and Feedback / 130; Merits of Unit Planning / 130; Demerits of Unit Planning / 130; Conclusion / 131
16. Lesson Planning /Learning Design: Geography
Introduction / 132; Importance of Learning Design / 132; Principles of Learning Design in Geography / 133; Qualities of Geography Teacher for Preparation of Learning Design / 134; Steps to Prepare a Learning Design of Geography / 134; Remedial Teaching / 136; Application and Limitations of Learning Design in Classroom Situation / 136; Learning Design / 137
17. Pedagogical Analysis of Content: Geography
Definition and Purpose / 140; Operational Steps of Pedagogical Analysis and the Role of A Geography Teacher / 140; Application and Limitations of Pedagogical Analysis in Classroom Situation / 141
18. Definition of Achievement Tests: Geography
Introduction / 155; Purpose of Achievement Tests / 155; Types of Evaluation or Tests / 155; Essential Qualities of A Good Achievement Test / 156; Essential Points for Construction of Test Items / 156; Stages of Planning for an Achievement Test in Geography / 156; Model of an Achievement Test Paper of Geography / 159
19. Simulation Skills: Geography
Skill of Introducing a Lesson / 170; Skill of Questioning / 171; Skill of Use of Teaching Aids / 172; Clips of Blackboard Work done by the Teacher / 173; Skill of Reinforcement / 176; Skill of Illustration / 177; Skill of Closure / 178