Didactic Guide

Didactic Guide – “Let’s Cook Together!” WebQuest

Level:

Upper Primary we chose 5th grade of Primary Education,.

Subject Area:

English as a Foreign Language (EFL) / CLIL – Food & Health Theme

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this WebQuest, students will be able to:

• Identify and use vocabulary related to food, cooking utensils, and cooking actions.

• Work collaboratively in a group, taking on a specific role.

• Write a recipe using imperative verbs and food-related vocabulary.

• Describe ingredients and explain their health benefits in English.

• Create a visually appealing product (poster or digital slide).

• Present a short oral presentation in English with support.

Contents:

Linguistic:

• Food and ingredient vocabulary

• Cooking utensils and verbs (e.g., chop, mix, boil, stir)

• Use of imperatives (e.g., “Add the flour,” “Bake for 20 minutes”)

• Descriptive language (adjectives, quantities, benefits of ingredients)

Cross-curricular:

• Healthy eating (Science/Health)

• Creativity and design (Art)

• Digital competence (optional – if using digital tools for the recipe)

Methodology:

• Type of Activity: Cooperative learning / Task-based learning

• Group dynamics: Students work in groups of four, each with a specific role: Chef, Nutritionist, Designer, Presenter.

• Materials: Vocabulary handouts, online games (optional), colored paper, art supplies, digital tools (Canva, PowerPoint, etc.), rubric for assessment.

• Teaching approach: Communicative, playful, and learner-centered

Timing (Suggested):

5–6 sessions (45–60 minutes each)

1. Vocabulary introduction and practice

2. Team formation + role assignment

3. Brainstorming and recipe planning

4. Drafting the recipe (text + visuals)

5. Presentation prep and rehearsal

6. Final presentations + feedback

Assessment Overview:

Students will be assessed with a rubric, which is available in the Evaluation section of the WebQuest. The rubric includes the following criteria:

• Use of food and cooking vocabulary

• Grammar and clarity of instructions

• Creativity and design of the final product

• Collaboration and role contribution

• Oral presentation (clarity, fluency, pronunciation)

• Healthy content and justification
  
  

The rubric ensures transparency and helps students understand how their work will be evaluated from the beginning of the task.

Teacher’s Role:

• Facilitate group work and vocabulary instruction

• Support role development and recipe writing

• Monitor and guide student progress

• Provide feedback and assess final presentations using the rubric