Introduction
welcome to this exciting trip into Everglades National Park
The Everglades is has one of the most unique ecosystems in the world, and it's here but it is also one of the most endangered. In this WebQuest, you find and explore the importance of the Everglades, the plants and animals that live there, and the environmental challenges it faces and still go through today as well.
Task
Students will work collaboratively in groups to create a narrated PowerPoint presentation that educates others about the Florida Everglades.
Project Requirements
Each presentation must include:
- Geographic overview of the Everglades
- Major plant and animal species
- Environmental challenges
- Conservation programs
- Student-generated solutions for protecting the ecosystem
Process
Guiding Questions
- Why is the Everglades important to Florida and the world?
- What plants and animals depend on this ecosystem?
- What human activities threaten the Everglades?
- How can conservation efforts protect this environment?
Evaluation
Evaluation
Rubric (100 Points)
| Criteria | Excellent | Good | Fair | Poor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content Accuracy | 25 | 20 | 15 | 10 |
| Organization | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
| Creativity & Visual Design | 15 | 12 | 9 | 6 |
| Team Collaboration | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
| Presentation Skills | 20 | 16 | 12 | 8 |
Conclusion
Conclusion
Through this WebQuest, students gain a deeper understanding of the Everglades ecosystem, its ecological significance, and the importance of environmental stewardship. By studying real-world environmental challenges, students become informed citizens capable of advocating for conservation.
Credits
Write a one-paragraph response answering: “What actions can individuals and communities take to help preserve endangered ecosystems like the Everglades?”
Enrichment Activity
Visit the Everglades Foundation website: https://www.evergladesfoundation.org
Casey Alexandre
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Final Submission Instructions
- Go to CreateWebQuest.com
- Create a free account
- Copy/paste each section into the corresponding tabs:
- Introduction
- Task
- Process
- Evaluation
- Conclusion
- Publish the WebQuest
- Save and Preview
- Copy the Preview URL
- Paste the URL into a Microsoft Word or PDF document
- Submit to D2L assignment folder