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Using WebQuests
in the Classroom
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Explore WebQuests as worthwhile
classroom activities
- WebQuests help prepare students for the 21st Century.
- WebQuests exemplify current Educational Principles.
- Constructivism - Students draw from past experiences and
knowledge to create their own learning.
- Cooperative Learning - Students share responsibilities in
an active small group setting.
- Scaffolding - Students are supported as they gather and
make sense of information.
Investigate the Essential Components of a Good WebQuest
- Introduction - captures the learner, is engaging and
real-world
- Task - tells what will be accomplished
- Process/Resources - step by step directions with Websites and
scaffolding
- Evaluation - rubric for student product and/or group
process
- Conclusion - provides summary and a challenge to do more
- Credits - resources are acknowledged
Examine WebQuest Examples for Essential Components and
Scaffolding
Compare Rubrics for Evaluating WebQuests
Locate and Select Good WebQuests from WebQuest
Collections
- Look for essential components in a variety of WebQuests.
- Select a WebQuest to use with your students this
semester.
- Be ready to tell why you selected it and how you will adapt it
for your students.