Introduction
Climate change is one of the biggest issues facing the world today. But how does it affect our community specifically? In this WebQuest, you'll explore real data, expert opinions, and local impacts to understand how global problems are connected to your daily life. Get ready to investigate, collaborate, and create something meaningful!
Task
Your group will create a digital presentation or infographic explaining how climate change affects your local community and what actions people can take to reduce its effects. You'll present your findings to the class at the end of the WebQuest.
Process
You will work in teams of 4. Each member will take on a role:
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Researcher: Finds reliable data on local weather changes, sea level rise, or environmental effects.
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Interviewer/Community Reporter: Gathers local stories, news, or experiences from people affected.
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Policy Analyst: Looks into government or school programs that help fight climate change.
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Creative Designer: Designs the presentation or infographic.
Steps:
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Read the overview articles provided.
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Split roles and begin researching using the links below.
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Take notes and summarize your findings in simple terms.
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Collaborate to design your infographic or presentation.
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Practice your presentation and submit your final product.
Resources:
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Local news websites
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YouTube videos on climate change explained (choose age-appropriate ones)
Evaluation
| Criteria | Excellent (4) | Good (3) | Fair (2) | Needs Improvement (1) |
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| Research & Content | Accurate, deep | Mostly clear | Basic info | Incomplete or off-topic |
| Team Collaboration | Worked smoothly | Minor issues | Needed reminders | Poor teamwork |
| Presentation Design | Creative, clean | Clear effort | Basic visuals | Poor layout or effort |
| Oral Presentation | Confident, clear | Mostly clear | Some errors | Unclear or incomplete |
Conclusion
Through this WebQuest, you’ve seen that climate change is more than just a global issue—it impacts your own backyard. You’ve worked as a team, used digital tools, and practiced real-world skills like researching, designing, and presenting. What can you personally do to make a difference?