WebQuests

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WebQuests

• Kathrine Box
• Technology ApplicationsCenter for Educator
  Development

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Internet connections
SOURCE U.S. Department of Education, National
Center for Educational Statistics
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Classroom Internet Activities

• Hotlist
• Scrapbook
• Subject Sampler
• Treasure Hunt
• WebQuest

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WebQuest Sections

• Introduction
• Task
• Resources
• Process
• Evaluation

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Introduction

• Orient the learner/Set the stage
• Raise interest in the project
• Set the scenario (if used)
• Advanced organizer

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Task

• Clearly defines results
• Questions or problems
• Position to be formulated/defended
• Description of process
• Description of final product

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Resources

• Web links with descriptions
• Classroom library resources
• All resources may not be used by all learners

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Process

• Clearly defined steps
• Learning/process advice
• Checklists or questions

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Evaluation

• Let the learner know how they will be evaluated
• Need to be measurable
• Rubrics are the best
• Rubrics come in many forms
• customize what is best for you

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Conclusion

• Brings closure
• Reminds learner of goals
• Extends learning to other domains

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WebQuest About WebQuests
http//www.tcet.unt.edu/wqwq.htm
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Technology Applications TEKS

• Foundations
• Information Acquisition
• Solving Problems
• Communication

http//www.tcet.unt.edu/START
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Steps for Preparation

• Identify your goals
• Find and organize online resources
• Identify content and TEKS
• Identify additional resources
• Identify entry skills
• Specify the task
• Plan evaluation strategy

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Kids as Developers
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Contact Information

• web http//www.tcet.unt.edu/START
• email tcet_at_unt.edu
• phone [phone]
• fax [phone]
• mail PO Box 311337
• Denton TX 76203