Course Description
Study of the geographic distribution of organisms and the factors/processes accountable. Emphasis on the increasingly important role humans play in influencing biogeographic processes. Prerequisite: Admission to graduate program in Geography or permission of instructor.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Students recognize the importance of pattern, process, and scale influencing biogeographic patterns.
- Students demonstrate an understanding of the role of human agency in affecting biogeographic patterns and processes.
- Students demonstrate an understanding of the historical biotic and abiotic components that influence the distribution of flora and fauna.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Annotated Bibliography | 25% |
| Book Review 1 | 10% |
| Book Review 2 | 10% |
| Exam 1 | 20% |
| Exam 2 | 20% |
| Exercise 1 | 7.5% |
| Exercise 2 | 7.5% |
Grading scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93% | A |
| 90% | A- |
| 87% | B+ |
| 83% | B |
| 80% | B- |
| 77% | C+ |
| 73% | C |
| 70% | C- |
| 67% | D+ |
| 63% | D |
| 60% | D- |
| < 60% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Students are expected to attend all classes and be engaged in course activities. Missing or arriving late to class can lower your grade.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.