An Internet WebQuest
Introduction | The Task | The Process & Resources | Conclusion | Evaluation
Introduction | The Task | The Process & Resources | Conclusion | Evaluation
Like rechargeable batteries, all living organisms eventually run low on energy and need to be supplied with more. We as humans obtain our energy from food. The energy in our food was first captured from the Sun and stored in substances called sugars in plants. This process is called photosynthesis.
Part of your job in this WebQuest will be to take on a role in this quest. You will be working together with a group of students in class. Each group will answer the topics posed in the task. As a member of the group you will explore Web pages that explain the various topics about photosynthesis. The sites will provide information that will help you create your slide show.
You will begin with each member of your group getting some background information on photosynthesis. You will become knowledgeable on the aspects that pertain to your role in the slide show. You will present you slide show to the rest of the class using a 5 minute time limit.
Background: Everyone!
Carefully read each and all of the links associated with photosynthesis and gather pertinent information that you will need in your slide presentation. If you look at it in the files on the computer, copy sections you feel are important by highlighting the passage and copying / pasting it .
Be prepared to remember what you've learned and make an outline on photosynthesis using this information.
Use the Internet information linked below to answer these questions:
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Your role is to examine the material and record what will be the written text of the slide show.
Your role is to check the written text for accuracy of information. Lead a discussion and develop a consensus of the important information.
Decide the arrangement of the material that is to be placed in the slide show.
Your role will be to examine the format, images, etc. used by the group to complete the slide show. (group submits ideas, but he/she has the final approval.)
Resources
Resources for this project idea might include....
- Introduction to photosynthesis
Respiration and Photosynthesis Comparison
Photosynthesis Web Sites
Evolution of photosynthesis
Photosynthesis Problems
Photosynthesis Project
What is Photosynthesis- Logal net
- Chemical photosynthesis
Each member of the group has completed his/her outline and gained
expertise on the topic of photosynthesis. Now you will apply your
expertise to write a written paper and complete a presentation that
will explain the topic of photosynthesis to the class. Using
information, pictures, facts, lab activities, etc. from the web pages
you've explored, you will use your multimedia presentation to teach
the class.
You will receive two grades on your WebQuest project. One grade will be on your written report. The grades will be calculated by using the grading rubric.
Individual Grade: Each student will be evaluated by the teacher. Using the following guidelines make sure your paper includes:
- Knowledge of the subject
- Complete sentences, spelling
- Includes all the answers to the questions in the required research
- Quality of work/Neatness/Effort
Group Grade on presentation: Each group will be evaluated by the teacher. Using the following guidelines , make sure your slide show includes:
- Creativity in presenting the subject
- Level of understanding the research material.
- Includes material from sources, animations, several charts or graphs, etc.
- Affective use of the slide show.
Author(s): Sherry Saulters
E-mail Address: saulterss2@ten-nash.ten.k12.tn.us
School: Collierville High School
Subject/Grade Level: 9-10
Principal Curricular Area(s) Science