Introduction
This Webquest will focus on aspects of some countries in Latin America in terms of geography, culture, and economy.
Introduction
As we begin our weekly unit on Latin American countries, we are going to explore and get a taste of Latin American countries by diving into some of them. Many of you have already heard of some Latin American countries, or even heard some Latin American singers or football players. In this Webquest, we are going to learn more deeply about Latin American culture and Latin American cultures with the help of some videos and websites.
This Webquest will take 2 days to complete, so please try to learn as much as possible :))))
Are you ready? Let's dive in!! Disfruta!
Task
Throughout this Webquest, you will view and discover the geography, culture, economics of Latin America.
You will be expected to take notes, watch some videos on Youtube, and read on some websites.
At the end of this Webquest, you will be asked to present your findings in a written form (A page long essay on the chosen Latin American country by including your findings of its culture, geography, and economy).
The main purpose of this Webquest is to get yourself familiar with Latin American culture and the specific features of some certain LATAM countries.
Please remember that you can always consult your instructor during the process (umut.akca@metu.edu.tr).
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Process
Please choose one LATAM country between Venezuela, Colombia, and Argentina. Please make sure you watched and read the material provided thoroughly. As you will be asked to show what you have learned from these sources, it is important to pay attention to the material. Please make sure you include at least one of the videos or reading material as your source :)
The deadline is this Friday (11/13/2020) 12 PM. You can e-mail your work to me at umut.akca@metu.edu.tr.
Venezuela
Venezuela is a country on the northern coast of South America with diverse natural attractions. Along its Caribbean coast are tropical resort islands including Isla de Margarita and the Los Roques archipelago. To the northwest are the Andes Mountains and the colonial town of Mérida, a base for visiting Sierra Nevada National Park. Caracas, the capital, is to the north.
Some useful videos to watch to learn more:
Read more at:
https://www.britannica.com/place/Venezuela
Colombia
Colombia, officially the Republic of Colombia, is a transcontinental country largely in the north of South America, with territories in North America.
Read more at:
https://www.infoplease.com/world/countries/colombia
Some useful videos to watch to learn more:
Argentina
The world’s eighth-largest country, Argentina occupies an area more extensive than Mexico and the U.S. state of Texas combined. It encompasses immense plains, deserts, tundra, and forests, as well as tall mountains, rivers, and thousands of miles of ocean shoreline. Argentina also claims a portion of Antarctica, as well as several islands in the South Atlantic, including the British-ruled Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).
Read more at:
https://www.britannica.com/place/Argentina
Some useful videos to watch to learn more:
Evaluation
Latin America Paper Guidelines
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CATEGORY |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
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Introduction (Organization) |
The introduction is inviting, states the main topic, and previews the structure of the paper. |
The introduction clearly states the main topic and previews the structure of the paper, but is not particularly inviting to the reader. |
The introduction states the main topic, but does not adequately preview the structure of the paper nor is it particularly inviting to the reader. |
There is no clear introduction to the main topic or structure of the paper. |
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Accuracy of Facts (Content) |
All supportive facts are reported accurately. |
Almost all supportive facts are reported accurately. |
Most supportive facts are reported accurately. |
NO facts are reported OR most are inaccurately reported. |
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Focus on Topic (Content) |
There is one clear, well-focused topic. The main idea stands out and is supported by detailed information. |
The main idea is clear but the supporting information is general. |
The main idea is somewhat clear but there is a need for more supporting information. |
The main idea is not clear. There is a seemingly random collection of information. |
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Grammar & Spelling (Conventions) |
The writer makes no errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
The writer makes 1-2 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
The writer makes 3-4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
The writer makes more than 4 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
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Sentence Structure (Sentence Fluency) |
All sentences are well-constructed with varied structure. |
Most sentences are well-constructed with varied structure. |
Most sentences are well-constructed but have a similar structure. |
Sentences lack structure and appear incomplete or rambling. |
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Penmanship (Conventions) |
Paper is neatly written or typed with no distracting corrections. |
Paper is neatly written or typed with 1 or 2 distracting corrections. |
The writing is generally readable, but the reader has to exert quite a bit of effort to figure out some of the words. |
Many words are unreadable OR there are several distracting corrections. |
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Sequencing (Organization) |
Paper represents 4 facts you have learned. You have used at least one link as a source. |
Paper represents 2-3 facts you have learned. You have used at least one link as a source. |
Paper represents only 1 fact you have learned. You have not used at least one link as a source. |
The Paper is not factual. You have not used at least one link as a source. |
Conclusion
Conclusion
You have now reached the end of your WebQuest :)). I hope you have acquired a new perspective on our countries to the south of us in Latin America. This WebQuest was only an introduction to such a wonderful culture and history of LATAM countries. If you have enjoyed learning about Latin America you can pay a visit to the links below to learn more.
Read more at:
https://study.com/academy/lesson/latin-american-culture-facts-food-trad…
https://blogs.getty.edu/iris/an-overview-of-latino-and-latin-american-identity/
Credits
Venezuela
https://www.britannica.com/place/Venezuela
Colombia
https://www.infoplease.com/world/countries/colombia
Argentina
https://www.britannica.com/place/Argentina
Extra Sources
Latin American Culture: Facts, Food & Traditions
https://study.com/academy/lesson/latin-american-culture-facts-food-trad….
An Overview of Latino and Latin American Identity
https://blogs.getty.edu/iris/an-overview-of-latino-and-latin-american-identity/
Teacher Page
by Umut AKCA, Middle East Technical University
Let's travel through Latin America! Viajes América Latina!
Are you ready to learn more about Latin American culture and countries?
Teacher Introduction
Students will research Latin America, its history, culture, geography, and governments. It gives the student an opportunity to interpret information from various sources on the Internet and use it to further their knowledge and share it with others.
At the end of this WebQuest students will be able to:
- Have a general idea about Latin American countries and Latin culture
- Understand the unique characteristics that particular LATAM country have
- Explain the general characteristics (culture, geography, and economy) of the selected country to others
- Present their findings in written form apprehensively