WEBQUESTS

reviewed and updated February 25, 2006

WebQuests - This site is designed to serve as a resource to those who are using the WebQuest model to teach with the web. By pointing to excellent examples and collecting materials developed to communicate the idea, all of us experimenting with WebQuests will be able to learn from each other. A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented activity in which most or all of the information used by learners is drawn from the Web.

Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators - Kathy Shrock finds "WebQuests the perfect model for teachers searching for ways to incorporate the Internet into the classroom on both a short-term and long-term basis."

Comprehensive List of WebQuest Resources - this site has a great list of helpful sites for working with and creating WebQuests.

Reading and Training Materials - WebQuest training materials.

WebQuest Templates - Templates provide an easy way to get started creating your WebQuest.

Matrix of Example WebQuests - click on the words Top, Middling or New on the left side for examples.

Specialized Search Engines and Directories - this search tool has a very complete index of things related to education. Compiled by Bernie Dodge, all the web resources found with this directory are reviewed to determine their relevance to education and are excellent for webquests.

Creating a WebQuest - It's Easier than You Think!

Sample WebQuests

Web-Based Projects - Here you will find a series of web-based projects written and designed by students preparing to become teachers. The WebQuests on tfound here have been developed as cooperative learning activities.

Dr. Burleson's On-line Lessons & Resources - Provided here are resources for integrating technology into the curriculum including WebQuests.

Best WebQuests - Look to this site for a matrix of the best WebQuests arranged by content area and learners' age.

Mrs. Proctor's Schoolpage - (K - 8) - a wonderful resource of kid friendly Webquests.

MozartQuest - is an online scavenger hunt in which students browse through pre-screened Web pages to find selected information about the great composer.

Poetry Quest - a detailed webquest with extensive poetry links designed to guide students through the study of poetry and the creation of their own poem.

 

 

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