Discover what shapes our planet and drives the natural world around us. This course takes you through the core elements of physical geography, from towering mountains and shifting tectonic plates to climate patterns, ecosystems, and natural hazards. Learn how rivers carve landscapes, how weather systems form, and why certain regions are more vulnerable to floods, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.
By the end, you’ll understand not just what Earth looks like, but how and why it constantly changes — and what that means for people and the environment.
Skills you’ll gain
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Map Reading & Spatial Awareness – Interpreting maps, scales, and spatial data.
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Analytical Thinking – Linking natural processes with real-world impacts.
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Research Skills – Investigating case studies of landscapes, hazards, and climates.
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Data Interpretation – Reading graphs, climate charts, and geographical models.
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Problem-Solving – Exploring how humans adapt to natural hazards and environments.
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Fieldwork Techniques – Understanding observation, sampling, and recording methods.
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Communication – Presenting complex geographical ideas clearly in writing and speech.
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Critical Evaluation – Assessing the effects of natural systems on people and the planet.
Meet your Teacher
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What’s in the course:
Module 
3 hours 30 Minutes Exploring Earth’s Dynamic Systems
Discover how landforms, climate, ecosystems, and natural hazards shape our planet. From rivers carving valleys to tectonic shifts and extreme weather, learn how Earth constantly changes — and why it matters for people and the environment.
- Geography
- Crash Course
