1. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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2. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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Introduction
In this Webquest you will develop an appreciation and understanding of the British Columbia electoral process. You will learn the main components involved in the electoral system. You will also learn the requirements, rules and procedures involved in becoming a candidate in a BC provincial election. Who is eligible to vote? When is an election called? How do BC elections occur/work. What is electoral reform? What were the issues, dynamics, and results of notable previous elections? You will explore the answers to these and many other questions via exploring selected websites. By working through this WebQuest, you will become more knowledgeable about provincial elections in BC and its many components.
Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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3. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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The Task
You will assume the role of a fictitious 18 year old citizen, of British Columbia. You have lived in Smithers, BC your entire life. You always were passionate about politics and about issues of concern to the people. Now that you are old enough you want to do more than just vote. Wanting to make a difference in your community you have decided to run for MLA in the next provincial election. You are a neophyte in politics. You have never and are not affiliated with any political parties. You would like to run as an independent. You have a lot to learn and do before the next election takes place. As a young person, you have a deep interest in "getting out the youth vote". Your project will be in the form of a journal. You will write a series of reflective journals.  The entries will be based on the specific websites you visit. From these readings you will write detailed journal entries. The journal will inform readers of the provincial election process in British Columbia.  Include your assumed character's personal reactions. The entries will be approximately  words in length (1 page single spaced). 
Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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4. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
The Process
To accomplish the task, you will need to follow these instructions: In black pen write your journal entries on paper constructed for this assignment.  A journal page is required for steps 1 to 9.  Remember to imagine you are in an assumed role.  Add personal touches to your reflections to ensure entries reads like a journal.
As a potential candidate you begin your research. You are interested in determining who your potential supporters (especially youths) may be purely from an eligibility standpoint and finding information related to voting in a provincial election. What are the voting requirements? Where does one vote? What are the types of voting opportunities? What other information did you learn with respect to voting? How does one register to vote?
Who Can Vote in British Columbia Elections
British Columbia Provincial List of Voters
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Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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5. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
The Process
You are also interested possibly becoming a candidate in the next provincial election. You are not affiliated with any political parties. What are the eligibility requirements and rules in becoming a candidate and what are the procedures involved? Are there any restrictions?
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6. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
The Process
As a potential candidate, you are interested as to when the next election may be held. Who decides when a provincial election will happen? How often do provincial elections happen in B.C.? What is a by-election? How do elections work?
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7. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
The Process
As a potential candidate you realize that you will be required to campaign? What are the rules and processes with respect to campaigning in a provincial election?
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8. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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Who oversees the election process in B.C and what is their mandate?
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9. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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Historically, how has voting eligibility changed in B.C.?
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10. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
The Process
Being an MLA for Smithers means being the MLA for Prince Rupert, Terrace, Hazleton, and a great many other communities as well.  This is because the electoral system of B.C. works on the principle of representation by population.  Explain what this term means. Also briefly describe the electoral districts in BC.
Note – Click left navigation bar election process then click " Electoral System".
Electoral Districts in British Columbia
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11. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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What is electoral reform and what issues are involved? Discuss any recent referendums on this issue.
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12. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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Research from links listed below and summarize past BC Elections in terms of issues, the players (key persons and political parties) involved and the results.
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Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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13. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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Who Can Vote in British Columbia Elections
British Columbia Provincial List of Voters
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Note - Click left navigation bar election process then click "BC Elections".
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- Click left navigation bar election process then click "Electoral System".
Electoral Districts in British Columbia
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15. Provincial Elections in B.C. WebQuest
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CATEGORY 4 3 2 1
Organization
Information is very organized with well-constructed paragraphs and subheadings.
Information is organized with well-constructed paragraphs.
Information is organized, but paragraphs are not well-constructed.
The information appears to be disorganized.
Amount of Information
All topics are addressed and all questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each.
All topics are addressed and most questions answered with at least 2 sentences about each.
All topics are addressed, and most questions answered with 1 sentence about each.
One or more topics were not addressed.
Quality of Information
Information clearly relates to the main topic. It includes several supporting details and/or examples.
Information clearly relates to the main topic. It provides 1-2 supporting details and/or examples.
Information clearly relates to the main topic. No details and/or examples are given.
Information has little or nothing to do with the main topic.
Role
Point-of-view, arguments, and solutions proposed were consistently in character.
Point-of-view, arguments, and solutions proposed were often in character.
Point-of-view, arguments, and solutions proposed were sometimes in character.
Point-of-view, arguments, and solutions proposed were rarely in character.
Task
Numerous detailed conclusions are reached from the evidence offered
Several detailed conclusions are reached from the evidence offered.
Some detailed conclusions are reached from the evidence offered.
A conclusion is made from the evidence offered.
Process
The ideas expressed by the body of work demonstrate a high degree of originality.
The ideas expressed by the body of work are mostly original. The group may have improved upon a previous idea.
The ideas expressed by the body of work demonstrate a low degree of originality.
There were no original ideas expressed in this project.
Comprehension
-presents relevant and detailed information that reflects the guiding research questions developed earlier
-presents relevant information that reflects some of the guiding research questions
-includes a limited amount of relevant information that satisfactorily represents a few of the guiding research questions
-includes negligible amount of relevant information that satisfactorily represents a few of the guiding research questions
Total
Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to describe the process involved in becoming an MLA candidate.
Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the election system in B.C.
Students will be able to explain how the election process has evolved in B.C.
Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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It is important to understand how each of us may play a role in the election process. After you have completed this WebQuest you should have a deeper understanding and insight of the election process in British Columbia. Involvement in the electoral process whether as a candidate or as a voter means being an active citizen. We live in a country where our voice counts. Our provincial government is your provincial government.
Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
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This WebQuest, designed for senior secondary students, is primarily a social studies unit with cross curricular links to information technology and language arts.  It could also be included in a larger unit on Canadian history (BC politics). 
Before starting the students on this WebQuest, it would be advisable to plan an introductory lesson on WebQuests, for the benefit of those who may not be familiar with the WebQuest concept.  Students should also have basic Internet and independent research skills.   Students should also be aware of the writing process, namely prewriting, note taking, drafting, and publishing.
To complete the task the students will complete nine handwritten journal entries in sequential order, each entry to be approximately one single spaced page on standard sized letter paper.  Visiting the websites within each process step is essential.  Some websites may appear in more than one section.  The websites are also listed in the resource page.  Each process step should take one period.  The  journal entries may be written in another period or for homework.  As computer lab time in many schools is limited, it is recommended that computer lab time be reserved for the exploration of websites, and social studies periods be prescribed for writing the journal entries.  The entries should read and resemble journal entries. Utilize the classroom activity template to direct you in completing this WebQuest.
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Created by Teacher Participants British Columbia Teachers’ Institute on Parliamentary Democracy Shawna Audet, Andy Lum and Neil Hills October 2007
NOTE: The ideas and opinions expressed in this classroom activity belong to their authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia.
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