Desert+&+Research+selection

DESERTS OF THE WORLD In this assignment, you will each assume a researching role and combine all your information in the form of a report. As a group you must select one of the following deserts to undertake research on. -Gobi Desert (Asia)  -Simpson Desert (Australia)   -Kalahari Desert (Africa)   -Atacama Desert (South America)   -Arabian Desert (Middle East)   -Mojave Desert (North America)  -Sahara Desert (Africa) -Thar Desert (Asia) When you have selected your desert, each participant must select one of the following areas to research, either Botany, Zoology, Geology/Meteorology. For a definition of each of these roles you can go to the links provided on the bottom of this page. Firstly continue reading through the rest of this information. You are now advised to visit this link [|deserts] This is to refresh your knowledge on where deserts are found around the world and the atmospheric conditions that create deserts. As you watch this short video, document anything you find interesting or important to know about deserts. This may include weather conditions that create deserts, names of deserts or locations of deserts. As you work through this assignment it will be important to continue to list down anything you find interesting or important facts about your desert of choice. After viewing this movie, click on each link below and read the definition of the four key areas of study. In your group of four you must all select which area of study you find most interesting and adopt that area to research. You may begin researching your topic by going to the appropriate page from the right-hand side toolbar. All your research materials will be located within the corresponding Wiki page, however you are asked to do some independent research outside of the links provided. All worksheets and information forms will be provided. BOTANIST [|Slide1.jpg]

METEOROLOGIST [|Slide2.jpg]

ZOOLOGIST [|Slide3.jpg] GEOLOGIST [|Slide4.jpg]

When you have found information that answers your key questions for you area of study, bring up your desert page and add in the information. As each group member continues to add their information, your report will naturally emerge. You can also add photo's or video links into your report. It is essential that you answer the prescribed questions in doing so.