Hello Parents,
We are about to embark on a journey through the solar system. But, due to budget cuts, we will not be renting space shuttles for the day, instead we will be taking our journey via a WebQuest. What is a WebQuest you may ask? A WebQuest is alternative to traditional instruction, (the teacher delivering information in the form of a lecture and then using a written test as an assessment.) A WebQuest on the other hand, uses only the internet as the information source It is a great opportunity for students to learn to navigate the web to find information, think critically and determine the information's credibility and worth. In addition to a great learning experience, a WebQuest is meant to be fun!
In our case, the WebQuest is a guided exploration of the solar system. I will act as a guide as students work at their own pace visiting selected websites to gather data. Students will be asked to analyze, compare and critique the data in order to complete meaningful tasks. These tasks require the use of real world skills that students will use throughout their lives. Some of the tasks I will be asking students to complete include: graphing, comparing and presenting data. Successfully completing these tasks will show that students both comprehend the new material and that they can apply it in different situations.
I am excited to begin our journey. I hope you will talk with your children about their trip through the solar system and everything that they are learning!
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