EXTREME DESTINATIONS WEBQUEST

A WebQuest for Computer Skills and Applications II (CSA II)

Grade 6-8

Designed by

Brenda Stevens

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This lesson was developed to provide Computer Skills and Applications II (CSA II) students with an opportunity to demonstrate literacy skills, mastery of course objectives, and to participate in a quality webquest which will serve as a model for later use when creating their own webquest.

 During this webquest, students will explore exemplary websites to assist them in accomplishing the assigned task.  Students will use a variety of software programs to accomplish the end products of the webquest process.  This webquest is multidisciplinary as it encompasses literacy, technology skills, and a variety of other subject matter content.

 

Learners

This webquest is designed for 6�8 grade students enrolled in Computer Skills and Applications II.

Before beginning this webquest, students need to have previous experiences using a variety of software programs such as Microsoft office Word, Publisher, and Power Point.  They should be familiar with the researching information on the internet, and using this process for fact gathering. Also, they should be familiar with using search tools/engines to find resources on the Internet. Lastly, students must possess excellent literacy skills along with organizational ability.

 

 

 

 

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Standards

Standards


6.TT.1 Use technology and other resources for the purpose of accessing, organizing, and sharing information.
6.PP.1 Apply a research process for collaborative or individual research.
6.SE.1 Apply responsible behaviors when using information and technology resources.


7.TT.1 Use technology and other resources for assigned tasks.
7.RP.1 Apply a research process for collaborative or individual research.
7.SE.1 Apply responsible behaviors when using information and technology resources.
8.TT.1 Use technology and other resources for assigned tasks.
8.RP.1 Apply a research process to complete project-based activities.
8.SE.1 Analyze responsible behaviors when using information and technology resources.


NETS-S

◦Creativity and Innovation ◦Communication and Collaboration ◦Research and Information Fluency ◦Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making ◦Digital Citizenship ◦Technology Operations and Concepts

Credits

Images - provided by Google images
Thanks so much for the assistance of Ms. Lori Munroe, Wake Forest Middle School Media Specialist, who gave me both encouragement and support in completing this webquest. Without her, I would have been completely lost. Thanks Lori


Thanks to Zunal.com for the concept of WebQuests. You may want to visit this site to learn more about creating your own WebQuests.