Teacher Process
Working with a partner can sometimes be a challenge for third graders. Try to consider the reading level, work ethic, and disposition of the students you pair. I give each partner a "Partner" checklist and review it with them to let them know what is expected of each of them. The checklist is provided below.
I also give each partner a copy of the "Regions of Georgia Notes" prior to having them begin their research. The form I use is provided below.
The length of the WebQuest and presentation will vary, depending on the skill and prior experience of the students. The most time-consuming step is typing, editing, and publishing the Micro Soft report.
Saving Georgia's Habitats - Partner Checklist
Names ___________________ and __________________
Yes No
1. Did we work together on all 3 tasks? ____ ____
2. Did we read and take notes on the:
(a) Mountains of Georgia? ___ ___
(b) Piedmont region? ___ ___
(c) Coastal Plains? ___ ___
(d) Atlantic Ocean? ___ ___
(e) Okefenokee Swamp? ___ ___
3. Did we discuss and agree on a choice that interest us? ___ ___
4. Did we identify 3 plants or animals that could be effected by the changing habitat? ___ ___
5. Did we discuss what could be causing the change? ___ ___
6. Did we discuss what could happen to the plants or animals if the change continues? ___
7. Did we discuss what 3 suggestions might stop the change in the environment? ___ __
Regions of Georgia Notes
What might be causing the change? _____________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________