Webquest

Internet- based project work

It refers to tasks or assignments that are completed collaboratively or individually using online platforms and tools, often involving remote communication and coordination, to achieve specific goals or deliverables. The Internet provides quick access to a wealth of information that students use to research a specific topic, which then contributes to their project tasks. The length of these assignments can vary, ranging from short tasks to more extended projects, and they can be completed by students with different levels of skill and expertise.

Webquest

It can entail a mini project where students work through a structured process of exploring, analyzing, and synthesizing information from various online sources to achieve a specific learning objective or complete a task. A WebQuest is treated as “an inquiry-oriented activity in which some or all of the information that learners interact with comes from resources on the Internet, optionally supplemented with videoconferencing” (Dodge, 1997). Typically, it provides a set of resources, such as websites, articles, videos, or multimedia content, along with a series of questions or tasks that students need to answer or complete. In a webquest, not only are students able to reflect on their own learning, but they also develop a richer understanding between topics.

The goal of a webquest is to promote active learning, critical thinking, and research skills while utilizing the resources available on the internet.

WebQuest types

Dodge classified WebQuests into two levels:

Long-term WebQuests: They are typically given at the end of a unit. It requires the learner to thoroughly examine information and draw conclusions about the topic. The learner usually showcases their comprehension through an essay, an assignment, or a creative project.

Short-term WebQuests: they serve various purposes, such as:

Developing technology skills.
Analyzing links and reflecting on them.
Introducing a fresh topic.
Exploring new concepts.
Reviewing previously acquired knowledge.
Preparing for an upcoming assessment.

Steps

INTRODUCTION

Introduce the overall theme of the WebQuest
Give background information on the topic
Introduce key concepts and vocabulary learners need to understand to perform the tasks

TASKS

This section explains clearly what students are to do as they work their way through the webquest. It should be highly motivating and anchored in a real life situation

PROCESS

It guides learners through a set of actvities and research tasks using internet based resources. If it is a language based webquest you grammatical points may be recycled in this section

EVALUATION

This stage involves learners in self-evaluation comparing what they have produced with other learners and giving feedback on what they felt they have learnt and achieved

Here is an example of a webquest

GROUP OF STUDENTS

School: Private school

Course: 17-year-old students

Number of students: 20

Level of students: Intermediate

Time allotted: 80 minutes per class

Sources

Kurt, S. (2021, January 27). WebQuest: An Inquiry-oriented Approach in Learning. Educational Technology. https://educationaltechnology.net/webquest-an-inquiry-oriented-approach-in-learning/

Dudeney, G., & Hockly, N. (n.d.). Webquests. British Council TeachingEnglish. Retrieved August 7, 2022, from https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/article/webques

What is a Web Quest? How Do Teachers Use Them? (n.d.). TeAchnology. Retrieved August 07, 2022, from https://www.teach-nology.com/tutorials/web_quests

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