Why WebQuests?

A WebQuest For Teachers

Introduction | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Credits

Tasks

Task 1: As you familiarize yourself with the WebQuest concept, you will:

1. Define a WebQuest.
2. Describe the essential components of a good Quest.
3. Identify benefits of using a WebQuest as an Internet activity.

Task 2: Review WebQuests to identify some that you might be able to use with your class. Select one to submit for team evaluation.

Task 3: In teams of four, analyze and evaluate the four WebQuests submitted by group participants. Team members will evaluate the same four Quests from different perspectives, and reach consensus about the most effective Quest.

Task 4: Reflect on ways of implementing the WebQuest with your students. Present the WebQuest to the "Technology Integration Committee."

Task 5: If time permits, look back at the Quests you identified in Task 2. Print out copies of those WebQuests you might use with your students.