1. Creating a WebQuest Steps to Success

2. Components of a WebQuest Introduction Task Resource Process Evaluation Conclusion

3. 6 Steps to Success Start with the curriculum Collect sites Create an activity based on your collection Step back Implement Evaluate

4. 1. Start with the Curriculum Focus on your topic--not on the Internet Focus on the learning objective Key Question: When the kids have completed the unit, what do you want them to know?

5. 2. Collect Sites Time consuming Make sure reading level is appropriate Collect sites, email addresses, online experts, video-conference opportunities, etc. Key Question: Does the resource you found meet your curriculum goals?

6. 3. Create an activity based on your collection Create activities that go along with the sites you selected (or select sites that go along with the activities) Start small Make sure students have the research skills needed to complete the task Act as facilitator Key Question: Can they complete the assignment using the resources you offered?

7. 4. Step back Take an overview of your collection of sites Double check your curriculum objective Key Question: Do your resources and activities match your curriculum objectives?

8. 5. Implement Make allowances for special learners Check if additional time (or less time) is needed See if special assistance is needed with any of the resources Key Question: Does the unit “work?”

9. 6. Evaluate... The process The learners reaction to it Mastery of the objective Key Question: Did the Quest “speak to” the need of the multiple intelligences and learning styles of the students?

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