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Why WebQuests?
2002
bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) Why Use Webquests: A Theoretically Informed Argument
Summary:
- WebQuests combine all that is good in teaching.

- Learning is student-centered, sometimes in collaborative small groups, and done mostly on-line with an organized, guided search of the World Wide Web.

Author:  Pamela J. Hodges, USA

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) WebQuests
Summary:
- General information on WebQuests including methods for applying WebQuests effectively.
- The benefits of using WebQuests and its relation to Constructivist Theory (J Bruner).
- Links to example WebQuests for all schooling levels by Bernie Dodge.

Author: Helen Ball Elementary, USA

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) WebQuests: What are They?
Summary:
- General information on WebQuests including a graphic organiser of the steps involved in WebQuest design.
- States key reasons for implementing WebQuests.
- Links to WebQuest templates, tutorials, rubrics and other related information.

Author: Ecole Whitehorse Elementary, Canada

2001
bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) A Rubric for Evaluating a WebQuest
Summary:
- A guide for evaluating WebQuests to ensure that the content challenges and targets the needs of the students.

Author: Bernie Dodge

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) Using WebQuests in Your Classroom
Summary:
- Briefly describes the benefits of using WebQuests as a revolutionary method of teaching.
- Provides a WebQuest ideas worksheet originally created by Bernie Dodge.
- Links to further information about WebQuests.

Author: GigglePotz.com

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) WebQuests
Summary:
- Provides three methods of identifying WebQuests for use in the classroom.
- Information on evaluating WebQuests and staff development.

Author: Sun Associates

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) WebQuests: An Introduction
Summary:
- A concise article providing general information about WebQuests and its relationship with the teaching/learning environment.
- Includes the positive and negative aspects of implementing WebQuests.
- Links to useful teacher notes.

Author: Peter Bachelor, Internet Technology Services, Australia

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) What is a WebQuest
Summary:
- A brief guide to WebQuests, how to create them and the benefits of incorporating them into the curriculum.
- Includes links to examples and related information.

Author: Chesapeake Public Schools, USA

bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) Why are WebQuests Effective Teaching & Learning Tools?
Summary:
- A brief article stating fifteen characteristics of WebQuests that make them effective learning/teaching tools.

Author: Florida State University, USA

2000
bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) Destination: WebQuest
Summary:
- Provides general information about WebQuests and its applications in the classroom.
- Provides examples, professional opinions and other related online resources.

Author: Indian Hill School District, USA

1998
bluebullet.gif (208 bytes) Why WebQuests?
Summary:
- An Introduction to WebQuests as a tool for developing thinking skills.
- Explains some of the popular misconceptions about the Web.

Author: Tom March

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