Webquest

Internet-based project work


Internet-based Project work:
There are several reasons why we should include internet-based projects in our classroom: It is a structured way to incorporate the use of the Internet into the classroom. The use of projects encourages interaction and cooperative learning. Another reason is that it can be motivating for students. Also, it encourages critical thinking skills: they can transform information in order to achieve a given task.
In order to prepare for internet-based project, you will need to: choose the project topic, make the task clear, find the resources and decide on the outcome.

Webquests:
Webquests are mini-projects in which material and input is retrieved from the internet. According to Bernie Dodge, a webquest is “an inquiry-oriented activity in which some or all of the information that learners interact with comes from resources on the internet.” There are two types of webquests: short-term webquests and long-term webquests. 

There are four sections of the webquest:
Introduction: this stage is normally used to introduce the theme of the webquest. It involves giving background information and often introduces vocabulary and concepts.
Task: It explains clearly what the students will have to do as they work their way through the webquest. The task should be motivating and interesting for the students. It should contain real-life situations.
Process: This stage guides the learner through a set of activities and research tasks using sources. These resources are predominantly internet-based and are typically links to websites within the task document.
Evaluation: This can be self-evaluation and it also involves teacher evaluation 


Lesson plan:


Age group: 9-10 years old 
Language level: Intermediate 
Objectives: to perform as a zoo guide in the classroom
Language areas: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing 
Number of students: 20
Duration: 50 minutes per lesson 
Physical location: school facilities (classroom and computer room)
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