1. VACATION PLANNING a GEOGRAPHY BASED WEBQUEST
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VACATION PLANNING a GEOGRAPHY BASED WEBQUEST
BY: STEVEN BOWLING
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TODAY YOU WILL EXPERIENCE CHOOSING A VACATION DESTINATION. THERE ARE MANY SIGHTS TO SEE IN THE UNITED STATES AND NOW IT IS UP YOU ON WHERE TO GO AND WHAT YOU WILL DO WHILE THERE. HAPPY PLANNING!!!
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2. INTRODUCTION TASK PROCESS EVALUATION CONCLUSION
Today you will be working on planning a vacation for you and your family that will allow you to research each of the destinations. From the links I provide you will gather enough information to choose which destination is the best for your family.
You will be responsible for turning in a travel brochure that includes:
1. The name of the location you have chosen.
2. A list of 5 places you will visit while there
3. No less than 6 facts about the city you have chosen
4. Why you chose that specific destination and why it is best suited for you and your family.
5. The brochure must include NO LESS than 4 pictures.
You will also be giving a short presentation about the destination you chose.
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3. INTRODUCTION TASK PROCESS Task 1 EVALUATION CONCLUSION Task 2 Task 3
There will be three tasks that must be completed to ensure that you will be able to meet the criteria for your travel brochure. Begin with TASK 1 and continue until all have been completed.
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4. TASK 1: CHOOSING A DESTINATION
INTRODUCTION
TASK 1: CHOOSING A DESTINATION
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I have provided a list of vacation destinations that you may choose to research for your project. Once you choose one, you can begin to collect the information needed for your brochure.
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CHICAGO
NEW YORK
WASHINGTON DC
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SEATTLE
HONOLULU
LOS ANGELES
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5. TASK 2: Facts, History and Pictures
INTRODUCTION
TASK 2: Facts, History and Pictures
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The links below will transport you to sites where you may search for your city. These sites will help you find the needed facts for your brochure. You will also be able to find the photos needed to complete the assignment.
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CITY FACTS
CITY INFORMATION
PHOTOS
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6. TASK #3: CREATING YOUR BROCHURE
INTRODUCTION
TASK #3: CREATING YOUR BROCHURE
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Now that you have gathered all the information you need for your travel brochure it is time to put yours together. I have brought in some samples or you may visit the following sites for additional
examples.
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7. This assignment is worth 50 points. The point scale is listed below.
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GRADING RUBRIC
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This assignment is worth 50 points. The point scale is listed below.
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5 Points: Your name is on the brochure
5 Points: Name of city chosen is on front of brochure
5 Points: The proper number of sites you will visit is included
5 Points: The correct number of pictures are used
10 Points: At least 6 facts are listed
10 Points: Clear and detailed reason why the destination was chosen
10 Points: Presentation to class
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8. INTRODUCTION TASK PROCESS EVALUATION CONCLUSION CONCLUSION
Now that you have completed your brochure and become knowledgeable about your destination it is now time to share your vacation with your classmates.
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