Webquest
A WebQuest is
an (inquiry oriented) lesson format
in which most or all the information that learners work with comes from
the web. These inquiries can
be created using various programs, including a simple word processing document that includes links to websites.
A WebQuest is distinguished from other
Internet-based research by four characteristics.
First: It is classroom-based.
Second: It emphasizes higher-order thinking (such as analysis, creativity, or criticism) rather than just acquiring information.
Third: The teacher preselects the sources, emphasizing
information use rather than information gathering.
Fourth: Though solo WebQuests are not unknow
A
WebQuest has 5 essential parts: introduction, task, process, resources,
evaluation, and conclusion. The original paper on WebQuests had a
component called guidance instead of evaluation.
Task:
The
task is the formal description of what the students will produce in the
WebQuest. The task should be meaningful and fun. Creating the task is the most
difficult and creative part of developing a WebQuest.
Process:
The
steps the students should take to accomplish the task. It is frequently
profitable to reinforce the written process with some demonstrations.
Resources:
The
resources the students should use. Providing these helps focus the exercise
on processing
information rather than just locating it. Though the instructor may search for
the online resources as a separate step, it is good to incorporate them as
links within the process section where they will be needed rather than just
including them as a long list elsewhere. Having off-line resources like
visiting lecturers and sculptures can contribute greatly to the interest of the
students.
Evaluation:
The
way in which the students' performance will be evaluated. The standards should be fair,
clear, consistent, and specific to the tasks set.
Conclusion:
Time
set aside for reflection and discussion of possible extensions.
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