Introduction
Have you ever wondered why the ocean water rises and falls? Tides are important natural events that affect fishing, transportation, and coastal life. In this activity, you will explore how tides work and why they happen.
Task
Your task is to create a short presentation or Poster explaining:
1.What are ocean tides
2.Causes of tides
3.Difference between high tide and low tide
4. Importance of tides in daily life
Process
1. Watch videos and read articles about ocean tides
2. Identify the causes of tides (moon, gravity)
3. List the differences between high and low tide
4. Create a presentation or poster
5. Share your output with the class
Evaluation
*Content Accuracy – 40%
*Creativity – 20%
*Organization – 20%
*Presentation – 20%
Conclusion
Through this activity, you learned how ocean tides are formed and why they are important. Reflect on how this knowledge can help people in real life, especially those living near coastal areas.
Credits
This WebQuest was created by (Gerwin G. BBolandrina).
Resources used:
NOAA Ocean Service
National Geographic Kids
YouTube educational videos
Teacher Page
Teacher Page
Grade Level:
Grade 8
Subject Area:
Science
Topic:
Ocean Tides
Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Explain the causes of ocean tides
Differentiate high tide and low tide
Understand the importance of tides
Description of Activity:
This WebQuest is an inquiry-based activity where students explore the concept of ocean tides using online resources. They will create a presentation or poster to show their understanding.
Time Required:
1–2 class periods (or 1–2 days)
Materials Needed:
Internet connection
Laptop or mobile phone
Notebook / paper
Learning Strategy:
Inquiry-Based Learning and Collaborative Learning
Assessment:
Students will be evaluated using a rubric based on:
Content accuracy
Creativity
Organization
Presentation
Teacher Notes:
Guide students in accessing resources and ensure they understand the instructions. Encourage participation and assist students who need help in understanding the topic.