Introduction
This WebQuest was made so that you can better understand the basics of Asperger's Syndrome. This is in no way a medical journal, but will better help you to get to know our main character, Christopher, from The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
Task
Your task is to create an understanding as to the characteristics, lifestyle, challenges, and overcomings that a teen with Asperger's Syndrome may go through on a daily basis. In order to do this, you should complete the following steps through the WebQuest.
Your job is to:
-Your job is to learn and document at least five words or phrases that can help your family understand exactly what Asperger's Syndrome is
- You need to find out what characteristics children have when they have Asperger's Syndrome
- In order to help your family, you are going to want to find out at least four treatments that are available to help your sibling learn and express themselves
- Lastly, everyone needs some support. It is your job to find one organization that can help you and your family deal with any problems or issues that may come up when you are helping your sibling learn and grow
Process
Use the following websites to complete the tasks assigned to you. This information should be recorded in a Google Doc and submitted via Google Classroom.
https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-asperger-syndrome
http://www.autism-society.org/what-is/aspergers-syndrome/
http://www.aspergers.com/index.html
You may use other sources if they are necessary and if they are reliable! If you're not sure, ask!
Evaluation
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1 | 2 | 3 | Score/Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Participation | Student did not participate in assignment | Student was not fully engaged in assignment. Did not give much input | Student was engaged and gave feedback and comments for assignment | |
| 5 terms for Webquest | Student did not define any words for WebQuest | Student defined 1-3 terms for WebQuest | Student defined 5 or more terms for WebQuest | |
| Characteristics | Student did not research any characteristics of AS | Student did minimal work on characteristics of AS | Student went above and beyond researching characteristics of AS | |
| Treatments | Student did not research treatments | Student found 1-2 treatments for AS | Student found 3-5 treatments used for helping AS | |
| Organizations- Student will either get a 1 or 3. |
Student did not find out any organizations pertaining to AS | Student found an organization that gives support for parents, teachers, and family | ||
| Overall Effort | Student did not put effort or time into the WebQuest | Student put in minimal effort into the WebQuest. They completed tasks to bare minimum | Student engaged and completed WebQuest. Student answered questions about AS and took responsibility for learning |
Conclusion
