WebQuest

=//WebQuest //= Description: //** // A WebQuest is an inquiry-based, online learning activity in which the majority or all of the information that learners interact with comes from Internet resources. The main objective of a WebQuest is to promote learning through engaging students with different activities such as reading, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation // //of web based resources. // ||
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//In order to determine my topic, I first searched through some existing WebQuests.// //Next, I looked at the curriculum requirements to find out what topics would be taught in science this year.// // In second grade, the study of science includes collecting and comparing information, classifying and sequencing objects or events, and identifying patterns. Students also use computers and information technology tools to support their investigations. One of the required science units included learning about animals. Therefore, I decided to create an animal webquest to enhance the unit. I also wanted the lesson to be more engaging, by requiring collaboration and the use of critical thinking skills. I searched various websites to find relevant information about animals. I also looked for videos and interactive websites that would be interesting to second graders. This topic was relevant for me because it incorporated the use of technology and gave students an innovative opportunity to learn about real animals while exploring the mysterious world of fantasy animals. // ||
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//Exploring the Magnificent World of Fantasy Animals // || My WebQuest was designed to take second grade students on a journey, they would explore the animal kingdom while learning about many different animals. After choosing their two favorite animals, the students have to complete a Venn diagram comparing and contrasting both animals. They also visited a virtual zoo, Switcheroo Zoo. Lastly, students combined their two favorite animals together to create an original fantasy animal. // || //Reflection:// ** //WebQuests are a fantastic way of capturing students' imagination. Developing and implementing WebQuests in the classroom can be a great way to engage students in a fun and exciting way. They can be valuable resources and utilized as assignments which give students the opportunity to safely use the World Wide Web to learn about specific topics. In addition, WebQuest could be used to give students the opportunity to explore and find answers independently. Students must process the information in meaningful ways and reach decisions guided by facts. As a result of completing the WebQuest, the students will develop a product which demonstrates their knowledge of the problem and the solution. A good WebQuest can take your students on a virtual journey to anywhere in the world without ever leaving the classroom. As an educator who is preparing students for the 21st century, I am always searching for creative ways to turn plain ordinary lessons into ones that will engage my students and enhance their learning. // ||
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