Webquests

A WebQuest is defined, by Bernie Dodge at San Diego State University, as "an inquiry-oriented activity in which some or all of the information that learners interact with comes from resources on the Internet."

Information on Webquests

  1. Webquest.org This is the most complete and current source of information about the WebQuest Model. Whether you're an education student new to the topic or an experienced teacher educator looking for materials, you'll find something here to meet your needs.

Learning Curve

If you are a beginner with Webquests you are about to enter into an exciting but steep learning curve. If you are committed to creating an meaningful and challenging unit of work for students to promote independence, technology use and collaboration then the Webquest is for you.

Here are some things you will learn;

  1. How to download applications to your computer.
  2. How to use a webpage editor.
  3. Where to find images to use on your pages.
  4. How to organize files so that they are "web ready".

Derry Village Webquests and Projects

  1. Marine Invertebrates [Grades 4 and 5]
  2. The Moon [Grades 1-2]
  3. Grade 4 Bird Adaptation Project
  4. Anole Webquest
  5. Bats Webquest [Grade 2 Wanders]
  6. Australian Animal Webquest [Grade 2 Wanders]