Earthquake Preparedness

Introduction

Have you ever wondered what to do when an earthquake strikes? Do you know the steps to ensure our safety during an earthquake? Would you like to learn about it and share it with others? These will be our tasks for this webquest. We will delve into the procedures on how to prepare for the unpredictable earthquake and share the steps you will learn with others.

Task

Your task is to research and compile the essential steps for what to do before, during, and after an earthquake. Then, create a comprehensive infographic illustrating these steps to educate others about earthquake preparedness.

Process

1.    Read, Watch, and Learn:

    •    Visit the provided websites.

https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes

    •    Watch educational videos from links given.

https://youtu.be/FIXLbS4Kw9U?si=DKRvcjjZ75rGHjJz

https://youtu.be/MKILThtPxQs?si=QLG-qHa50lstTWte



    •    Tips: Take notes while reading and watching to capture the essential informations.

    2.    Create: infographics

    •    Use the information you have learned to note the important things to do: before, during, and after an earthquake

    •    Use your notes to create an outline or rough draft for your infographic.

    •    Design your infographic using digital tools or software. 

Evaluation

Content (Accuracy of information, completeness of key steps)- 50%

 

Design (Clarity, creativity, visual appeal)- 50%

Conclusion

Our preparation today will determine our tomorrow. We may not know when an earthquake will strike but we need to make sure that we are prepared for it.