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    Sr.Secondary: Geography (316)

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    National Institute of Open Schooling via Swayam

    Learn about the core concepts and principles of geography through this online course by NIOS.

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    Mode

    Online

    Duration

    24 Weeks

    Quick Facts

    particular details
    Medium of instructions English
    Mode of learning Self study
    Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
    number of course credit 10

    Course overview

    The Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Certification Course is a massive open online course that aims to educate learners about the concepts and approaches in geography at the senior secondary level. The course is provided on the interactive online platform of Swayam and is delivered with the help of relevant activities and multiple choice questions. Additional information is provided to help learners understand the relationship of people with the environment.

    The Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Training constitutes 10 modules and 32 lessons that are covered in 26 weeks. The course is designed and delivered by Sh. Vivek Singh of the National Institute of Open Schooling. After completing the course, learners will be able to receive the Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Certification by NIOS and Swayam. 

    The highlights

    • Certificate of completion
    • 26 weeks duration
    • 10 credit points
    • Interactive platform
    • Reading materials 
    • Peer discussion forums
    • School level

    Program offerings

    • Certificate of completion
    • 26 weeks duration
    • 10 credit points
    • Interactive platform
    • Video lectures
    • Reading materials
    • Peer discussion forums
    • Multiple choice questions

    Course and certificate fees

    certificate availability

    Yes

    certificate providing authority

    NIOS

    Who it is for

    • The course is suitable for anyone who wishes to gain knowledge in geography and explore career options like that of a geographer.

    What you will learn

    Knowledge of geography

    After completing the Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Certification Classes, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:

    • Geography as a discipline
    • Geography in India
    • Changing phase of the earth
    • Evolution of Earth
    • Water on Earth
    • Air on Earth
    • Life on Earth
    • Physical setting of India
    • Natural resources and their development
    • Economic activities
    • Infrastructural development
    • Human resource development

    The syllabus

    Week 1

    • Nature of Geography as a Discipline

    Week 2

    • Earth's Interior and Its Material

    Week 3

    • Dynamic Surface of the Earth

    Week 4

    • Evolution of Landforms Due to Internal Forces
    • The Work of Running Water and Underground Water

    Week 5

    • The Work of Moving Ice, Wind, and Sea Wave
    • Major Landforms and Their Economic Significance

    Week 6

    • Oceans: SubmarineRelief and Water Circulation

    Week 7

    • Atmosphere Composition and Structure
    • Insolation and Temperature

    Week 8

    • Pressures and Wind

    Week 9

    • Humidity and Precipitation
    • Weather and Climate

    Week 10

    • Biosphere
    • Biomes

    Week 11

    • India - Physical Features

    Week 12

    • Climate of India
    • Natural Disasters

    Week 13

    • Our Resources
    • Land, Soil and Vegetation Resources in India

    Week 14

    • Our Water Resources
    • Land Use and Agriculture

    Week 15

    • Development of Mineral and Energy Resources
    • Industrial Development

    Week 16

    • Transport, Communication and Trade in India

    Week 17

    • Population Density, Distribution and Growth in India

    Week 18

    • Population Composition in India 

    Week 19

    • Human Development

    Week 20

    • Human Settlement

    Week 21

    • Local Area Planning

    OR

    • Tourism - Concept, Resources and Development

    Week 22

    • Data Collection, Processing and Analysis

    OR

    • Development of Infrastructure and Growth of Tourism

    Week 23

    • Recommendations Through Case Studies

    OR 

    • Prospects and Problems of Tourism

    Week 24

    • Practical L1 and L2

    Week 25

    • Practical L3 and L4

    Week 26

    • Practical L5

    Admission details

    Follow the steps given below to enroll in the Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Online Course:

    Step 1: Click on the URL given below -

    https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/nos21_sc25/preview

    Step 2: Click on the “Sign-in" or "Register" option at the right hand top corner of the page.

    Step 3: A new page opens and you can choose to sign-in or sign-up with your username and password to proceed.

    How it helps

    The Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Certification Benefits are given below:

    • The course provides learners with a clear overview of the processes and patterns of human and natural phenomena.
    • The Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Certification Syllabus equips learners with the application of geographical methods and concepts.
    • After completing the course, learners will get a definite idea of the demographic structure of India.

    Instructors

    Mr Vivek Singh

    Mr Vivek Singh
    Chief Executive Officer
    Freelancer

    FAQs

    How much time is required in total to complete the course?

    The Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Online Course requires a total of 24 weeks for completion.

    Which organization is offering this online course?

    The course is offered by the department of the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS).

    Is the course conducted in online mode?

    Yes, the course is conducted on the online learning platform Swayam.

    Does the course give credit points to students?

    Yes, students of the course will receive 10 credit points upon completion.

    Will the course provide future career assistance?

    The Sr.Secondary: Geography (316) Certification Course does not provide career assistance to learners.

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