Introduction
Through this WebQuest you will explore why global hunger persists despite abundant food production, focusing on issues like land access, financial constraints and nutrition. By researching these challenges and proposing solutions, you'll uncover how to address food security and make a real impact on global hunger.
Task
Through this WebQuest, students will:
- explore the concept of food security, its dimensions and the factors affecting it.
- investigate the relationship between nutrition and food security, focusing on how malnutrition and deficiencies impact individuals and communities.
- examine current global challenges to achieving food security and good nutrition, including economic, social and environmental factors.
- develop and propose strategies to address food security issues, emphasizing sustainable practices and targeted interventions.
- enhance their skills in analysis, communication, and problem-solving, preparing them to contribute to solutions for global food security challenges.
Process
Step 1: Introduction to the topic
Start by watching the following video:
Video Summary:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fjGGDXAVLkzcpkfEj5QUP4PEksaA7kFgncVwkibD1ng/edit?tab=t.0
Step 2: Team formation
Students will work in national teams, to research and create a presentation on Food Security and Nutrition. Within each team, members will be assigned specific roles, such as researcher, writer, designer and presenter.
Step 3: Create a presentation
The presentation should address the following guiding questions:
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What is Food Security and what are its four main dimensions?
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How does nutrition relate to food security?
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What are the current global challenges to achieving Food Security and good nutrition?
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What strategies can be implemented to improve food security and nutrition worldwide?
Teams will gather information, analyze data and present their findings in a clear and engaging way. Presentations must include visual aids such as graphs, charts and images to illustrate key points.
Students will design their presentation using Canva, ensuring it contains at least the following sections:
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Introduction to Food Security
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Dimensions of Food Security
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The Role of Nutrition
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Current Challenges
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Proposed Solutions
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Conclusion
Usefull resources:
https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/agriculture/brief/food-security-update/what-is-food-security
https://www.ifpri.org/topic/food-security/
https://concernusa.org/news/what-is-food-security/
https://link.springer.com/journal/12571
https://www.statistics.gr/documents/20181/05945f27-5ed2-3e44-af22-5f6cf7c8395d
https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/agriculture/brief/food-security-update
Step 4: Post the presentation to the Padlet
https://padlet.com/meddiet4health/food-security-and-nutrition-m9esgih22fdul7zg
Step 5: Reflect with other teams' presentations
Provide a constructive feedback as comments to the other teams presentations.
Evaluation
- Webquest evaluation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVFzpGIPRaTUbIX0p8-zk6JiuNuoodGKP_9CUyGymXT7NfRA/viewform?usp=sf_link
- Students evaluation: data collected for the quality of their presentations according to the rubric below and also the feedback they give to their peers through their comments on the padlet
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Criteria |
1 - Needs Improvement |
2 - Developing |
3 - Satisfactory |
4 - Proficient |
5 - Exemplary |
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Content Knowledge |
Limited understanding of food security and nutrition concepts. Key dimensions and challenges not addressed. |
Basic understanding of food security and nutrition. Some dimensions and challenges mentioned but not fully explained. |
Adequate understanding of food security and nutrition. Most dimensions and challenges addressed with some depth. |
Comprehensive understanding of food security and nutrition. All dimensions and challenges well-explained. |
Exceptional understanding of food security and nutrition. In-depth analysis of all dimensions and challenges with insightful connections. |
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Research Quality |
Minimal research evident. Few or unreliable sources used. |
Some research conducted. Limited variety of sources, mostly general information. |
Adequate research with a mix of reliable sources. Some specific data and examples included. |
Thorough research using a variety of credible sources. Specific data and examples well-integrated. |
Extensive research using diverse, high-quality sources. Incorporates current data, case studies, and expert opinions. |
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Presentation Structure |
Disorganized presentation. Missing several required sections. |
Basic structure with most required sections present but not well-developed. |
Clear structure with all required sections present. Some sections more developed than others. |
Well-organized presentation with all required sections fully developed and logically sequenced. |
Exceptionally organized presentation. All sections comprehensively developed with smooth transitions and a cohesive narrative. |
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Visual Aids |
Few or no visual aids. Those present are of poor quality or irrelevant. |
Some visual aids used but may be unclear or not well-integrated with the content. |
Adequate use of visual aids that support the content. Charts and graphs present but may lack detail. |
Effective use of visual aids that enhance understanding. Clear, relevant charts, graphs, and images. |
Outstanding use of visual aids that significantly enhance the presentation. Creative, informative, and professionally designed visuals. |
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Solutions and Strategies |
No clear solutions or strategies proposed. |
Basic solutions mentioned but lack detail or feasibility. |
Some viable solutions and strategies proposed with basic explanation. |
Well-thought-out solutions and strategies proposed with clear explanations and some consideration of implementation. |
Innovative, comprehensive solutions and strategies proposed with detailed explanations, consideration of feasibility, and potential impact. |
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Teamwork and Roles |
Little evidence of teamwork. Roles not clearly defined or executed. |
Some evidence of teamwork. Roles partially defined but not consistently executed. |
Clear evidence of teamwork. Roles defined and mostly executed effectively. |
Strong teamwork evident. Roles well-defined and executed effectively throughout the project. |
Exceptional teamwork. Roles seamlessly integrated, with each member's contribution enhancing the overall quality of the presentation. |
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Presentation Skills |
Poor delivery. Lack of engagement with the audience. |
Basic delivery with some engagement. Presenters may rely heavily on notes. |
Clear delivery with consistent engagement. Presenters show familiarity with the material. |
Confident delivery with strong engagement. Presenters demonstrate thorough knowledge of the topic. |
Dynamic, engaging delivery. Presenters exhibit expertise and passion for the subject, effectively responding to questions. |
Conclusion
This WebQuest underscores the complexity of global hunger and Food Security, revealing that despite sufficient food production, millions remain malnourished due to unequal distribution and systemic issues. Through collaborative research and presentation, students will explore the multifaceted nature of food security, including its dimensions, the importance of nutrition and the current global challenges. By investigating these topics and proposing solutions, students will develop critical skills in analysis, communication and problem-solving, preparing them to contribute to meaningful solutions for improving food security and nutrition worldwide.
Credits
https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/agriculture/brief/food-security-update/what-is-food-security
https://www.ifpri.org/topic/food-security/
https://concernusa.org/news/what-is-food-security/
https://link.springer.com/journal/12571
https://www.statistics.gr/documents/20181/05945f27-5ed2-3e44-af22-5f6cf7c8395d
https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/agriculture/brief/food-security-update
Teacher Page
This WebQuest was edited by a teacher of Gymnázium Cyrila Daxnera vo Vranove nad Topľou, Slovakia, as part of the activities of the "Mediterranean Diet for Overall Health" (MedDiet4Health) Erasmus+ project (Project number: 2023-2-EL01-KA210-VET-000183592).
Through this WebQuest, students will develop vital skills by researching and analyzing the complexities of global hunger and Food Security, useful for their future careers in food technology, health, nutrition and related fields. They will enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities while improving their communication skills through creating and presenting informative content. Working collaboratively in teams will teach them effective teamwork and delegation, while using digital tools for presentations will boost their technical skills. Additionally, they will gain a deeper understanding of global issues, fostering a sense of civic responsibility and motivation to contribute to meaningful solutions.
This WebQuest reflects only the author’s views. The European Commission’s support for the production of this WebQuest does not constitute an endorsement of the contents which reflects the views only of the authors, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.