Relevance of eContent in Learning-Teaching of Geography with special reference to School Education in India

Abstract

Geography as a discipline has seen various paradigm shifts in approaching the goal of studying human-environment relationships. Comparatively recent developments in studying Human Geography have incorporated themes like the use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in making quality education accessible to the masses and also helping in enhancing the understanding of the subject. India, being a developing country with a large population, is still struggling with making quality education accessible to its learners living in various locations. The integration of ICT with different aspects of learning-teaching has not only enhanced the relevance of digital content in the present context but has also given new dimensions to various subjects, including Geography. This paper reflects on the effectiveness and relevance of the use of digital content, specifically video content, for learning concepts in Geography. Videographic Geography is an emerging concept to promote learning, teaching and research in Geography and is being considered as an innovative way of learning and teaching, especially in the case of India. This paper therefore, tries to explore this area of use of video resources for learning-teaching of Geography. Based on a field survey, this paper, therefore, aims to explore the possibilities, effectiveness and relevance of video content on Geography for school students in India. With the increased engagement of learners with computers and other hand-held devices, the use of video resources can be considered useful in catering for their educational needs. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 also suggests the use of eContent in learning-teaching of various subjects. Considering these aspects, the paper also tries to explore present and future prospects of video content in the learning-teaching process.