WebQuest PPT

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PPT for ACTM 2008 on creating a WebQuest

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Internet Scavenger Hunt : 

LISA A. LISHAK 24 OCTOBER 2008 ACTM Internet Scavenger Hunt

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How do you use the Internet in your classroom?

WebQuests : 

WebQuests Originally developed by Dr. Bernie Dodge and Tom March in 1995 at San Diego State University. Involves students in research about a particular topic with the Internet being the primary tool. Students do NOT randomly search the Internet.

WebQuests : 

WebQuests WebQuests focus on using information to incorporate analysis, synthesis, and evaluation into a single activity. Each WebQuest includes links to different web sites that have been reviewed for content and give students a starting point for their research.

Format : 

Format Each WebQuest begins with an introduction and an explanation of the activity. Students complete the research. Students present their findings to the class.

WebQuest Format : 

WebQuest Format Introduction Task Process Evaluation Resources

Introduction : 

Introduction The introduction provides background for the WebQuest linking prior knowledge with the upcoming task.

Task : 

Task Describes what students are expected to learn while participating in the WebQuest as well as how they will illustrate that knowledge.

Process : 

Process Describes in detail exactly what students are expected to do and to create after completing the WebQuest.

Evaluation : 

Evaluation Provides an instrument for students to assess the quality of their work. Rubrics can be created at this web site. http://rubistar.4teachers.org/index.php

Resources : 

Resources Content Standards Suggestions for further study Teaching resources

Lisa’s WebQuest : 

Lisa’s WebQuest Occupation Explorations A WebQuest for High School Students

Other WebQuests and Resources : 

Other WebQuests and Resources You can find WebQuests on various topics for all grade levels. Just type “WebQuest” into any search engine. Or create your own to fit your needs. Easy WebQuest Maker WebQuest Template

Bibliography : 

Bibliography WebQuest and Project Resources (2004). Columbus, OH: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill. Winters, M. and McCord, D. (2006). “Integrating Technology into the Teaching Learning Process: A Model for Success”. Auburn, AL: Dynamic Strategies, LLC.