Introduction
Bees are essential pollinators that play a crucial role in our ecosystem. In this WebQuest, you will explore the importance of bees, the different types of bee houses, and how to create a bee-friendly environment in your backyard or community.
Task
You will work together to conduct research on bee houses, create a presentation, and design a simple bee house plan. By the end of this WebQuest, you will understand the significance of bees and how you can help support their populations.
Process
Process:
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Research Phase:
- Use the internet to gather information on the following topics:
- The role of bees in the ecosystem.
- Different types of bees (e.g., honeybees, bumblebees, mason bees).
- The purpose and types of bee houses (e.g., bee hotels, solitary bee houses).
- Benefits of attracting bees to your garden.
- Take notes together and discuss your findings.
- Use the internet to gather information on the following topics:
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Presentation:
- Create a presentation using a tool of your choice (e.g., Google Slides, Canva) to share your findings. Three-Four (3-4) slides will Include:
- An introduction to bees and their importance.
- A section on different types of bee houses and their designs.
- Tips for making a garden bee-friendly.
- Slide 5 should be a placeholder for your personal design from the next step.
- Slide 6 is for citations.
- Create a presentation using a tool of your choice (e.g., Google Slides, Canva) to share your findings. Three-Four (3-4) slides will Include:
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Design a Bee House:
- We will be providing you a simple design that will be built in class. However, you may collaborate and choose to design your own bee house with your new knowledge. You may use the design given to you and modify the insides.
- Include the materials needed, a sketch or diagram, and a brief explanation of how it will attract bees.
- Include this in your presentation.
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PDF for the bee house we will build. (The PDF is also on Canvas.)
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Reflection:
- Write a short reflection together on what you learned about bees and the importance of bee houses. Consider how you can implement what you've learned in your own backyard or community.
Evaluation
You will be submitting your presentation and your reflection through this document and turn it in on Canvas.
| Criteria | Highly Proficient (4) | Proficient (3) | Nearly Proficient (2) | Needs Improvement (1) |
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| Research Quality | Comprehensive and detailed research with multiple sources. | Good research with some detail and sources. | Basic research with limited detail. | Minimal research with few or no sources. |
| Presentation | Clear, engaging, and well-organized presentation. | Organized presentation with minor issues. | Basic organization with unclear elements. | Disorganized and unclear presentation. |
| Bee House Design | Creative and thoughtful design with clear materials and purpose. | Good design but lacks some clarity in materials or purpose. | Basic design with minimal thoughtfulness. | Unclear or impractical design. |
| Reflection | Insightful reflection showing deep understanding of bees and their importance. | Good reflection with some understanding. | Basic reflection with limited insight. | Minimal reflection with little understanding. |
Conclusion
By the end of this WebQuest, you will have gained valuable knowledge about bees, their habitats, and how to create environments that support their populations. Your efforts will contribute to the health of our ecosystem!