A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb A Problem Solving “Webquest” Webquests allow students to explore the World Wide Web for ways to learn what they need to know.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb A Problem Solving “Webquest” Webquests allow students to explore the World Wide Web for ways to learn what they need to know. Ideally, this is an open-ended process that encourages: creativity cooperation in positive social interaction interest, and even joy, in learning the development of problem-solving skills

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: A Prediction What is the students’ reaction?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students:

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this? Is this important to know?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this? Is this important to know? I don’t get it. What does the problem mean?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this? Is this important to know? I don’t get it. What does the problem mean? Huh? What am I supposed to do now?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this? Is this important to know? I don’t get it. What does the problem mean? Huh? What am I supposed to do now? So what?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this? Is this important to know? I don’t get it. What does the problem mean? Huh? What am I supposed to do now? So what? Who cares?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The Old Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to know this? Is this important to know? I don’t get it. What does the problem mean? Huh? What am I supposed to do now? So what? Who cares? I hate math!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way About how much is this pile of soybeans worth?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students:

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool! Do I need to use the Internet? Cool!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool! Do I need to use the Internet? Cool! Can I work with my classmates? Cool!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool! Do I need to use the Internet? Cool! Can I work with my classmates? Cool! Do I want to use my brain? Yes!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool! Do I need to use the Internet? Cool! Can I work with my classmates? Cool! Do I want to use my brain? Yes! Is this fun? Yes!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool! Do I need to use the Internet? Cool! Can I work with my classmates? Cool! Do I want to use my brain? Yes! Is this fun? Yes! Is there just one way to solve this? No!

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Some Reactions Reactions from different students: Do I need to figure this out by myself? Cool! Do I need to use the Internet? Cool! Can I work with my classmates? Cool! Do I want to use my brain? Yes! Is this fun? Yes! Is there just one way to solve this? No! Not asked: Is this relevant standards-based learning involving creative problem- solving skills?

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb So… About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Discussion:

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: What? About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Discussion: “What do I need to find out?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: How? About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Discussion:

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: How? About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Discussion: How do I find out?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Can I…? About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Discussion:

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Can I…? About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Answer: “Try it!”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Tell me! About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Discussion:

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Tell me! About how much is this pile of soybeans worth? Answer: “Find out yourself, with your team!”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: What To Avoid As strange as this sounds, don’t help.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: What To Avoid As strange as this sounds, don’t help. Allow mistakes, frustration, and even failure. Just clarify what the problem means through group discussion and encourage attempts.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: What To Avoid As strange as this sounds, don’t help. Allow mistakes, frustration, and even failure. Just clarify what the problem means through group discussion and encourage attempts. If you provide the answer within a short period of time, little or no learning takes place.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?” “How would you find that out?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?” “How would you find that out?” “Is there a way to find that out?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?” “How would you find that out?” “Is there a way to find that out?” “Where would you get that information?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?” “How would you find that out?” “Is there a way to find that out?” “Where would you get that information?” “What do you still need to know?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?” “How would you find that out?” “Is there a way to find that out?” “Where would you get that information?” “What do you still need to know?” “Can you find that out on the Internet?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way: Teacher Talk “That’s a great idea to try out.” “Keep at it!” “What do you think you could try?” “I think you all are on the right track.” “What other ideas does your team have?” “How would you find that out?” “Is there a way to find that out?” “Where would you get that information?” “What do you still need to know?” “Can you find that out on the Internet?” “Did another team find that out?”

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb Let’s Try The “New Way” Work in groups.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb Let’s Try The “New Way” Work in groups. Elect a “secretary” to prepare a Powerpoint presentation, on one computer.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb Let’s Try The “New Way” Work in groups. Elect a “secretary” to prepare a Powerpoint presentation, on one computer. Elect a “searcher” to search on one computer.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb Let’s Try The “New Way” Work in groups. Elect a “secretary” to prepare a Powerpoint presentation, on one computer. Elect a “searcher” to search on one computer. The remaining members direct the “secretary” and “searcher”.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb Let’s Try The “New Way” Work in groups. Elect a “secretary” to prepare a Powerpoint presentation, on one computer. Elect a “searcher” to search on one computer. The remaining members direct the “secretary” and “searcher”. Finally, when done, elect a “spokesperson” to present the results to the class using the Powerpoint presentation.

A Problem Solving Webquest Example /mb The New Way About how much is this pile of soybeans worth?