Why WebQuests?

A well written WebQuest goes beyond just finding facts on the Web.

Read "Some Thoughts About WebQuests" by Bernie Dodge:

http://edweb.sdsu.edu/courses/edtec596/about_webquests.html

Determine how students assigned a WebQuest might transform information gained into a meaningful product.

Design Tips for Creating WebQuests

• Choose a topic suitable for a web-based inquiry approach.
  
• Determine the essential question that will engage students in higher-order thinking.
  
• Determine the time period required to complete the tasks.
  
• Organize your resources into categories.
  
• Determine the transformations to take place. Clearly describe what the end results will be.
  
• Develop evaluation rubrics to measure achievement.
  
• Encourage learners to extend the WebQuest experience into other contents.