Physical Geography Working Group | The Virtual Geography Department | Radford University

Major Biomes of the World

This module is part of the Virtual Geography Department Project and has been prepared for the Physical Geography Working Group of the Project. These materials may be used for study, research, and education, but please credit the author and source: Susan L. Woodward, The Virtual Geography Department Project and the Department of Geography, Radford University.

All commercial rights reserved. Copyright 1997 by Susan L. Woodward.

This module is being peer reviewed and classroom tested. To make suggestions and corrections please contact the author at swoodwar@runet.edu.

Facts of Publication

Abstract: This module presents basic content on the distribution and nature of the world's major biomes. It considers the structure, characteristic growthforms, and taxonomic affiliations of the vegetation; major soil order(s); and common adaptive characteristics of the fauna of the tundra, boreal forest, temperate broadleaf deciduous forest, tropical broadleaf evergreen forest, tropical savanna, temperate grasslands, desertscrub, and Mediterranean shrub biomes. Study hints and critical thinking questions follow the content units.

Table of Contents:

Module Overview

Introduction to the Biome Concept

The Biomes

Instructor's Notes

Student Instructions

Supporting Materials

Notes on Active Pedagogy

Evaluation and Comments

About the Virtual Geography Department

Created July 9, 1997 by Susan Woodward. Last updated July 10, 1997 by slw.
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