Introduction
Welcome to WebQuest 101
WebQuests were created by Dr. Bernie Dodge at San Diego State University (http://webquest.org/index.php)
A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented activity in which most or all of the information used by learners is drawn from the Internet. This constructionist approach focuses on using information rather than finding it. Exploration is guided in a meaningful manner to support thinking at the levels of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.
Task
This WebQuest is designed to help you create your first WebQuest.
Review 3-4 WebQuests at QuestGarden.com or Zunal.com to see how they work.
http://questgarden.com/author/examplestop.php
http://zunal.com/index-search.php?t=5&key=webquest
View a Tutorial on creating a WebQuest on TeacherTube:
Process
Complete the following steps...
1. Define your learning objectives for this inquiry-oriented activity
2. Describe the problem and write key questions
3. Select resources for students to use
4. Design a WebQuest site (Createwebquest.com or Zunal.com), including
A) Introduction - Background information and motivation
B) Task - Overview of what studets will accomplich (big picture)
C) Process - Steps to be completed
D) Resources - Websites, print resources, etc.
E) Evaluation - Rubric for evaluating student work
F) Conclusion - Reflection by students and summation by teacher
Evaluation
Rubric...
Conclusion
A WebQuest can be designed for individual or group work. WebQuests focus on exploration in a guided meaningful manner. Students use information for critical thinking at the levels of analysis, synthesis and evaluation.