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From: Kailin Huang <huangkailinphilomena@gmail.com>
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2009 8:05 pm
Subject: RE: (negroupproject series: part 1 of 3): Webquest FAQ
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> Dear Teachers,
> The NE Group Project for H1 CL students will be based on the Webquest model and incorporate the use of Wikis and Google Docs.
> As a follow-up to previous sharing on related topics, here's a little webquest FAQ.
> Webquest FAQ
> What is a Webquest? (in one sentence)
> A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented lesson format in which most or all the information that learners work with comes from the web.
> http://webquest.org/index.php
> http://www.being.org.cn/webquest/ (网络主题探究 Chinese resource page)
> These days, webquests typically incorporate collaborative learning activities as well.
> Most (though not all) webquests have these features: Introduction, Task, Process (including Resources), Evaluation/Assessment, Conclusion.
> The webquest can be scenario-based e.g. in a scenario related to hosting foreign guests during Chinese New Year, students may have to use web resources to complete tasks such as compiling a list of CNY customs, designing a CNY menu etc.
> What are some advantages of using webquests? (in 3 points)
> 1. Incorporates ICT into teaching and learning
> 2. Incorporates group/collaborative learning
> 3. Facilitates learner management (e.g. through the use of online tools to track student participation and learner responses)
> So, (at least theoretically speaking), you can kill many birds with this one stone called a webquest.
> What are some examples of Webquests?
> NE Group Project (AJC H1 CL 2009 webquest)
> http://negroupproject.pbwiki.com
> As introduced earlier. This is currently a private wiki so you will need a pbwiki invitation to enter the site.
> Quit Cybergaming Webquest (Chinese NIE Project)
> http://quitcybergaming.pbwiki.com/
> KAC: Kids Against Cancer
> http://www.nccs.com.sg/kac/index.html
> A joint project by National Cancer Centre Singapore and Crescent Girls' School which won accolades at MOE's EDTECH Awards 2003 (http://www.moe.gov.sg/media/press/2003/pr20031018.htm).
> This detracts from the basic webquest template but maintains the webquest spirit by providing web-based interactive activities which promote student inquiry.
> Shakespeare Webquest
> http://www.macmillanenglish.com/readers/studentsite/shakespearewebquestcomp.htm
> Yet another example from a different discipline. This one incorporates online quiz tools.
> Must I be very IT-savvy to create a webquest?
> The answer is... no. There are a variety of easy-to-use online resources that you can use to create one, without having to worry about html and programming. One of the best (FREE) resources I recommend is pbwiki (www.pbwiki.com). Look out for more details on wikis in the next instalment of the negroupproject series.
> If you can use a Word Processor and Google Docs, you can use pbwiki.
> In fact, you can adapt your existing resources for the webquest format, and upload the final product as a web-based learning object on IVLE.
> *Bonus Resource
> Journal of Online Teaching and Learning
> http://jolt.merlot.org/currentissue.html
> This is a free online journal which offers a more academic perspective into the use of online technologies to facilitate teaching and learning.
> :)
> Regards,
> Kailin
> What is a Webquest? (in one sentence)
> A WebQuest is an inquiry-oriented lesson format in which most or all the information that learners work with comes from the web.
> http://webquest.org/index.php
> http://www.being.org.cn/webquest/ (网络主题探究 Chinese resource page)
> These days, webquests typically incorporate collaborative learning activities as well.
> Most (though not all) webquests have these features: Introduction, Task, Process (including Resources), Evaluation/Assessment, Conclusion.
> The webquest can be scenario-based e.g. in a scenario related to hosting foreign guests during Chinese New Year, students may have to use web resources to complete tasks such as compiling a list of CNY customs, designing a CNY menu etc.
> What are some advantages of using webquests? (in 3 points)
> 1. Incorporates ICT into teaching and learning
> 2. Incorporates group/collaborative learning
> 3. Facilitates learner management (e.g. through the use of online tools to track student participation and learner responses)
> So, (at least theoretically speaking), you can kill many birds with this one stone called a webquest.
> What are some examples of Webquests?
> NE Group Project (AJC H1 CL 2009 webquest)
> http://negroupproject.pbwiki.com
> As introduced earlier. This is currently a private wiki so you will need a pbwiki invitation to enter the site.
> Quit Cybergaming Webquest (Chinese NIE Project)
> http://quitcybergaming.pbwiki.com/
> KAC: Kids Against Cancer
> http://www.nccs.com.sg/kac/index.html
> A joint project by National Cancer Centre Singapore and Crescent Girls' School which won accolades at MOE's EDTECH Awards 2003 (http://www.moe.gov.sg/media/press/2003/pr20031018.htm).
> This detracts from the basic webquest template but maintains the webquest spirit by providing web-based interactive activities which promote student inquiry.
> Shakespeare Webquest
> http://www.macmillanenglish.com/readers/studentsite/shakespearewebquestcomp.htm
> Yet another example from a different discipline. This one incorporates online quiz tools.
> Must I be very IT-savvy to create a webquest?
> The answer is... no. There are a variety of easy-to-use online resources that you can use to create one, without having to worry about html and programming. One of the best (FREE) resources I recommend is pbwiki (www.pbwiki.com). Look out for more details on wikis in the next instalment of the negroupproject series.
> If you can use a Word Processor and Google Docs, you can use pbwiki.
> In fact, you can adapt your existing resources for the webquest format, and upload the final product as a web-based learning object on IVLE.
> *Bonus Resource
> Journal of Online Teaching and Learning
> http://jolt.merlot.org/currentissue.html
> This is a free online journal which offers a more academic perspective into the use of online technologies to facilitate teaching and learning.
> :)
> Regards,
> Kailin
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