Webquest+Basics

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 * ===Elements of a webquest===
 * Introduction- the hook that piques student interest
 * Task- what needs to be accomplished, or, the problem
 * Process- the steps students will take to complete task
 * Roles are often assigned
 * Includes resources- materials to be used for inquiry
 * usually links to websites
 * Evaluation- how students will be assessed
 * Conclusion- summary and ideas for further exploration
 * ===Examples of webquests===
 * TMS- Restless Earth http://tms-science.wikispaces.com/

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 * ===Hands-on session- the webquest webquest===
 * Learn what makes a good webquest by comparing several webquests
 * Try the following webquest designed by Bernie Dodge, “Father of the webquest”
 * Handout- evaluation worksheet
 * []
 * ===How can I begin?===
 * Search for existing webquests in a curriculum area
 * []
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 * [|42explore.com]
 * Google- search for topic and “webquest”
 * Use as is or adapt for your purposes
 * For advice on adapting, see []
 * When ready, create your own
 * Pick a topic
 * Decide what students should learn
 * Content
 * Skills
 * Design a task
 * What will students produce?
 * How will students learn?
 * Should they work in groups or alone?
 * How can the task be differentiated?
 * Decide how students will be evaluated
 * Create a rubric
 * Create any needed graphic organizers
 * Locate resources
 * Be creative- students will learn more when engaged in task

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