WebQuests: Meeting the needs of all learners

What is a WebQuest? On the next slide give an essential definition of what a WebQuest is. In other words what is the essence, the core nature or the essential feature of a WebQuest? Do not simply use the definition of the short and long term WebQuests.

What is a WebQuest?

The theoretical base On the next slide give a brief outline of the theoretical base of WebQuests. What led to their design and for what kind of learning do they cater?

The theoretical base

Developing higher order thinking skills On the next slide, list (with some examples) the kinds of thinking that WebQuests would typically develop.

Developing higher order thinking skills

Accommodating all learners On the next slide list the ways in which WebQuests can accommodate all learners. Specifically mention how the following learners can be accommodated: Learners who are visually challenged. Learners who have different creative talents and intelligences. Learners who need to be challenged and engaged in learning. Learners who require structure to their learning.

Accommodating all learners

Critical attributes On the next slide, list the critical characteristics of a WebQuest. Rather than just list the attributes given by Bernie Dodge, use this list as the basis for naming 10 critical characteristics of WebQuests according to your team’s opinion.

Critical attributes

Where to find good WebQuests On the next slide list hyperlinks to the best sites for finding WebQuests. An exmple: Give the link to one WebQuest that you think is a good example of a WebQuest. What is good about this WebQuest?

Where to find good WebQuests