There is much to learn about volcanoes. By using this WebQuest you will have the opportunity to develop your computer skills, do some research using the World Wide Web as a tool and most importantly ...learn many INTERESTING things about volcanoes.
Your teacher will talk to you about:
· how much time you will have in class to use the Internet
· how much time you will be given to finish the assignments
· what you are expected to do for homework
· how many people will be in your group
· how long your Mini-Research Presentation has to be
· if there will be additional Tasks
Goals
I Can: Describe the characteristics of volcanoes in an oral presentation.
I Can: use technology to conduct research
and produce and publish writing.
Group Roles
· Scribe – Responsible for all written work (Journalist)
· Artiste – Responsible for all drawings and diagrams (Graphic Designer)
· Curator – Responsible for organizing all materials & resources (Project Manager)
· Canvasser – Responsible for locating relevant information & resources (Investigator)
Schedule
Day 1 – Library/Computer Lab
Complete the 10 word vocabulary list. Word chosen for presentation. Find information to answer Focus Questions during research.
Homework – I.T. Survey
Day 2 – In Class
Draft of presentation completed and critiqued by members of group.
Homework – Complete final version of presentation.
Day 3 – In Class
Oral presentations. Closure. Show Me What You Know.
Day 4 – In Class (if presentations run long)
I will be collecting:
· COMPLETED 10 word vocabulary list
· Presentation worksheet
· I.T. Survey