MAP “BIOMES OF RUSSIA” AND ITS ROLE IN THE IMPROVEMENT OF ECOLOGICAL EDUCATION AND NATURE PROTECTION ACTIVITY

Abstract

First generated integrated map "Biomes of Russia" scale 1: 7 500 000 in series nature maps for high school. The concept of maps based on idea of regional biomes, their subzonal and geographic variants, as parts of the biosphere is most fully and adequately reflect the patterns of differentiation of biotic cover. Highlights the scientific and methodological principles for developing content, the choice of indicators to characterize the mapping units –regional biome. as well as a role in the development of biogeographical mapping. It is discussed its role in education, in meeting the challenges the conservation activities and ecology.